Xing nao jing injection

A 73-year-old man developed shivering and spasm 25 minutes into an intravenous infusion of Xing nao jing injection 20 ml in isotonic saline 250 ml for cerebral infarction. The infusion was stopped immediately. He gradually recovered 40 minutes later after receiving oxygen, adrenaline, and promethazine. 

A 62-year-old man was given Xing nao jing injection 30 ml in 5% dextrose 250 mL About 10 minutes into the infusion, he developed chest distension, shortness of breath, a flushed complexion, a tachycardia, and a raised blood pressure. The infusion was stopped immediately. After receiving oxygen, dexamethasone, and promethazine he made an uneventful recovery. 

Dong CX. Two cases of adverse effects caused by Xing Nao Jing injection. Qilu Pharm Aff 2009 28(12) 757. 

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