WG CRITICAL CARE
ESMOLOL HCL
Manufacturer:
WG CRITICAL CARE
Name:
ESMOLOL HCL
HCPCS Code Descriptor:
Injection, esmolol hydrochloride (wg critical care) not therapeutically equivalent to j1805, 10 mg
Category:
J Code
HCPCS:
J1806
NDC(s):
44567-0811-10, 44567-0812-10
Primary Type:
Cardiology
Generic Status:
Single-Source
Route of Administration:
Intravenous
About:
ESMOLOL HCL is a Cardiology drug manufactured by WG CRITICAL CARE and administered via the Intravenous route of administration. The J Code: J1806 is aligned to the drug ESMOLOL HCL.
Esmolol HCl can be used to treat certain cardiovascular conditions and is a member of the class of medications known as selective beta-1 adrenergic antagonists. This medication works by blocking the beta-1 receptors from interacting with stress hormones in the body. It specifically focuses on blocking beta-1 receptors in the heart. This medication is short acting, and its effects can be quickly reversed. This can give Esmolol HCl the ability to help control rapid and abnormal heart beats during surgery. Esmolol HCl is manufactured by WG Critical Care.