Milrinone: Side Effects, Uses & Monitoring
Milrinone lactate injection is indicated for the short-term intravenous treatment of patients with acute decompensated heart failure.
- Data source
- FDA labeling via NIH DailyMed (label ce43e850…)
- Label version
- current
- Last reviewed
- 2026
Reported adverse reactions
Reactions listed in current FDA labeling, with the highest frequency reported across summarized placebo-controlled trials.
No structured frequency data available in current labeling. Consult the official label.
Labeled uses (from FDA prescribing information)
Milrinone lactate injection is indicated for the short-term intravenous treatment of patients with acute decompensated heart failure. Patients receiving milrinone should be observed closely with appropriate electrocardiographic equipment. The facility for immediate treatment of potential cardiac events, which may include life threatening ventricular arrhythmias, must be available. The majority of experience with intravenous milrinone has been in patients receiving digoxin and diuretics. There is no experience in controlled trials with infusions of milrinone for periods exceeding 48 hours.
Conditions associated with Milrinone in labeling
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milrinone used for?
FDA labeling lists the approved uses shown above under "Labeled uses." This summary is informational; only a qualified prescriber can determine whether a medication is appropriate for you.
What are the most commonly reported side effects of Milrinone?
Current labeling for this ingredient does not include a structured frequency table that we can reproduce. Review the official label linked below.
Does Milrinone require lab monitoring?
Monitoring needs vary. Ask your healthcare provider whether any lab tests apply while taking Milrinone.
Where does this information come from?
All clinical facts on this page were extracted from the current FDA-registered product labeling for this ingredient, published by manufacturers through NIH DailyMed. See the source link below.
Medical disclaimer: Educational content extracted from public FDA labeling. Not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.