Methylene Blue Blucan Injection

Introduction of Methylene Blue Blucan Injection

Indication & Uses of Blucan Injection 

Methylene Blue Blucan Injection is a prescription medication used for:

• Treatment of Methemoglobinemia – a rare blood disorder where hemoglobin fails to release oxygen effectively to tissues.

• Cyanide poisoning (adjunct use)

• Urinary antiseptic in some combination therapies

• Staining agent in surgeries or diagnostics

How It Works:

Methylene blue works by converting methemoglobin back to normal hemoglobin, allowing it to carry oxygen properly throughout the body.

Dosage & Administration of Methylene Blue Blucan Injection

• Administered intravenously by a medical professional.

• Typical Dose: 1–2 mg/kg body weight as a slow IV infusion over 5 minutes.

• Repeat dose may be given if necessary after 1 hour.

Always administered under doctor supervision in a hospital or clinical setting.

Precautions Methylene Blue Blucan Injection

•  Not to be used in G6PD-deficient patients (risk of hemolysis)

• Avoid with SSRIs or MAOIs due to risk of serotonin syndrome

• Use caution in pregnant or lactating women

Side Effects of Methylene Blue Blucan Injection

• Blue/green urine or stool (harmless)

• Headache, dizziness, nausea

• Chest pain, confusion (rare but serious)

• Allergic reactions (rash, swelling, trouble breathing)

Storage:

• Store below 25°C, protected from light.

• Keep out of reach of children.

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered: