Dexmedetomidine

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Brand Names: U.S.: Precedex?
Brand Names: Canada: Precedex?

Uses

It is used to put you to sleep for surgery.
Dexmedetomidine lowers the body's release of adrenaline and other hormones that raise blood pressure, heart rate, and anxiety.

Dosing

How to take
It is given into a vein for a period of time.

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