Calypsol Injection 500mg

About Calypsol Injection 500mg

Calypsol Injection 500mg Uses

• Induction and maintenance of general anesthesia
• Sedation for short surgical or diagnostic procedures
• Pain control in emergency and trauma settings
• Sedation for burn dressing changes
• Anesthesia support in patients with unstable blood pressure

Calypsol Injection 500mg Benefits

• Produces fast acting sedation and pain relief
• Keeps breathing and airway reflexes relatively stable
• Useful in emergency situations outside a full operating room
• Suitable for patients with low blood pressure since it supports circulation
• Allows short procedures without prolonged recovery time

Calypsol Injection 500mg is stocked in operation theaters and emergency departments across Pakistan. Hospitals in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi use it for anesthesia and procedural sedation.

This is a controlled anesthetic drug. It is never sold for home use and stays under strict hospital pharmacy control.

An anesthesiologist or emergency physician decides the dose. Vital signs are monitored closely during and after the injection.

Drug Class

• Dissociative anesthetic
• NMDA receptor antagonist
• Controlled substance under Pakistani drug law

Calypsol Injection 500mg formula

• Ketamine Hydrochloride

Available forms

• Injection

How to use Calypsol Injection 500mg?

• This injection is given only by a qualified anesthesiologist or emergency physician.
• It is administered through an intravenous or intramuscular route.
• The dose is calculated based on body weight and the procedure type.
• Continuous monitoring of heart rate and oxygen levels is required throughout.
• This drug is never used outside a hospital or emergency care setting.

Drug Interactions

Calypsol Injection 500mg can interact with other medicines and substances.

• Benzodiazepines: Sedation deepens and breathing may slow when these are combined with Ketamine.
• Opioids: These increase the risk of respiratory depression when given together.
• Theophylline: This drug may raise the risk of seizures when combined with Ketamine.
• Alcohol: This should be avoided since it intensifies sedative effects.

Risks and warnings

• Raised Blood Pressure: Ketamine can increase heart rate and blood pressure during use.
• Hallucinations: Some patients experience vivid dreams or confusion while recovering.
• Increased Eye Pressure: This drug should be used cautiously in patients with glaucoma or eye injury.
• Substance Misuse: Ketamine is a controlled drug with recognized potential for misuse.
• Airway Monitoring: Trained staff must watch for airway or breathing changes throughout sedation.

Side Effects

Calypsol Injection 500mg can cause side effects during and after sedation.

• Confusion or vivid dreams
• Nausea or vomiting
• Increased heart rate
• Blurred vision
• Dizziness on waking

Certain reactions need immediate medical attention.

• Severe agitation or hallucinations
• Difficulty breathing
• Irregular heartbeat
• Signs of a severe allergic reaction such as swelling of the face or throat

Storage Conditions

Store below 25 degrees Celsius and protect from light. Keep the ampoule in its original packaging until use. Discard any opened ampoule that is not used immediately.