Methylene Blue (Intravenous Route)

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Methylene Blue (Intravenous Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

Description

Methylene blue injection is used to treat a condition called methemoglobinemia. This condition occurs when the blood cannot deliver oxygen where it is needed in the body. Methylene blue injection is also used as a dye to stain certain parts of the body before or during surgery.

This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.

Before Using
DR600899 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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