Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Dexmedetomidine
Drug Class
Anaesthetic, General
How It Works
To be diluted before use. For IV infusion given continuously in Glucose 5% or Sodium chloride 0.9%, dilute to a concentration of 4 mcg/ml
How to Take It
Dosage information not available for this product.
Safety Alerts
Acute cerebrovascular disorders, second- or third-degree AV block (unless pacemaker fitted), uncontrolled hypotension
Important Warnings
Severe cerebrovascular disease, ischaemic heart disease, abrupt withdrawal after prolonged use, bradycardia, malignant hyperthermia, severe neurological disorders, spinal cord injury, hepatic impairment
Side Effects
Agitationblood pressure changesbradycardiachanges in blood sugardry mouthhyperthermiamyocardial infarctionmyocardial Ischaemianauseatachycardiavomitingabdominal distensionAV blockdecreased cardiac outputdyspnoea
Drug Interactions
Drugs with CNS depressant effects
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Avoid unless potential benefit outweighs risk (toxicity)
Lactation
Avoid unless potential benefit outweighs risk
Price Intelligence
Rs 3,325
DVAGO observed price · per pack of 2 · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 1,662.5 per unit
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
DVAGOper pack of 2Rs 3,325
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Dexmedetomidine, and what they are not.
Different molecules used for the same condition. A clinical decision, not a swap.
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Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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