Methylene Blue Injection is used to treat abnormal blood pigment levels. These abnormal blood pigments do not carry oxygen properly.
This medicine belongs to a group of medicines called dyes.
Methylene Blue Injection is also used:
- To stain bacteria to make them easier to see
- As a visible dye to help in the diagnosis of a number of conditions
- As a stain to dye certain body tissues during surgery
Methylene Blue Injection is not recommended for long-term use.
This medicine is only available with a doctor’s prescription.
