Terlistat Injection (Terlipressin 1mg)

Description

Terlistat Injection is used for the treatment of bleeding esophageal varices (dilated blood vessels of the esophagus) and type 1 hepatorenal syndrome (progressive kidney failure in people with severe liver damage). This medicine is not recommended for use in children.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Terlistat Injection
Headache
Abdominal cramps
Nausea
Diarrhea
Pale skin
Chest pain
Shortness of breath
Vomiting
Irregular heartbeat
Increased blood sugar levels

Uses of Terlistat Injection

What is it prescribed for?
Bleeding Esophageal Varices
This medicine is used to treat the bleeding of dilated blood vessels of the esophagus which develops when the blood flow to the liver is reduced due to a blood clot within the liver or scar tissue.
Type 1 Hepatorenal Syndrome
This medicine is used in the treatment of type 1 hepatorenal syndrome (progressive kidney failure in people with severe liver damage) characterized by rapid kidney failure and an increase in the levels of creatinine.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to terlipressin or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.

Warnings
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
General warnings
Septic shock
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with septic shock due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Chronic kidney impairment
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with an impaired kidney function due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Heart disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with heart disorders such as arrhythmias, acute coronary syndrome, or recent myocardial infarction, etc due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Cerebral or peripheral vascular disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with cerebral or peripheral vascular disorders due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Use in elderly
This medicine should be used with caution in patients aged above 70 years due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very less.
Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

General Instructions
This medicine should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Inform the doctor if you have a known history of allergy to this medicine. Report to the doctor all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions before receiving this medicine.