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Aromatic ammonia spirit: Drug information

Aromatic ammonia spirit: Drug information
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Pharmacologic Category
  • Respiratory Stimulant
Dosing: Adult

Fainting: Inhalation: Slowly inhale the vapors of one crushed ampul or opened bottle of solution until fainting resolves.

Dosing: Pediatric

Children >12 years: Refer to adult dosing.

Dosing: Older Adult

Refer to adult dosing.

Dosage Forms: US

Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.

Solution, for vapor inhalation: 2% (60 mL)

Generic Equivalent Available: US

Yes

Administration: Adult

The vapor of aromatic ammonia spirit may be inhaled; keep away from eyes and skin. Crush one ampul between fingers or open container of solution; slowly inhale when ampule or solution is held ~4 inches away from nostrils.

Administration: Pediatric

Inhalation: The vapor of aromatic ammonia spirit may be inhaled; keep away from eyes and skin. Crush one ampul between fingers or open container of solution; slowly inhale when ampule or solution is held ~4 inches away from nostrils.

Use: Labeled Indications

Prevention or treatment of fainting

Adverse Reactions

The following adverse drug reactions and incidences are derived from product labeling unless otherwise specified.

Frequency not defined.

Central nervous system: Headache

Gastrointestinal: Diarrhea, vomiting

Respiratory: Cough, dyspnea, nasal mucosa irritation

Warnings/Precautions

Concerns related to adverse effects:

• Fainting: Patients should be evaluated for the cause of fainting, especially when accompanied by flushed face.

Disease-related concerns:

• Ocular disease: Use with caution in patients with diseases of the eye; conditions may worsen.

• Respiratory disease: Use with caution in patients with asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or other chronic lung conditions.

Metabolism/Transport Effects

None known.

Drug Interactions

There are no known significant interactions.

REFERENCES

  1. Ammonia [prescribing information]. Orangeburg, NY: Dynarex Corporation; received May 2018.
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