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Epinephrine (Adrenaline)
Class/Action |
Class: Natural catecholamine; sympathomimetic adrenergic agent, inotrope
Action: Binds strongly with alpha/beta receptors producing increased BP, heart rate and bronchodilation |
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Epinephrine (Adrenaline)
Indications/Contraindications |
Indications: Cardiac arrest, profound bradycardia, severe bronchospasm, anaphylaxis
Contraindications: Hypovolemic shock, coronary insufficiency, closed-angle glaucoma, diabetes?, woman in active labor, hypersensitivity, arrhythmias V-fib, asystole, Pulseless Electrical Activity |
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Epinephrine (Adrenaline)
Route/Adverse Effects/Special Considerations |
Route: IV, intramuscular, sub-Q, tracheal
Adverse Effects: Cardiovascular - palpitations, tachycardia, hypertension, dysrhythmias, exacerbation of MI, angina; CNS - tremors, anxiety, headache, dizziness, confusion, nervousness, nausea, vomiting, urinary retention |
