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What receptors does epi work on? What are its theraputic uses?
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alpa1,2 & beta1,2. Used for: bronchospasm, anaphylaxis, cardiac arrest, local hemostasis, open angle glaucoma, inhibit uterine contrxns
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What are 4 physio effects of beta 2 receptors?
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bronchodilation, decr pulmonary secretions, decr inflam mediators from mast cells, incr cilial beat frequency
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What is the main use of norepinephrine?
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hypotension for BP control and cardiac arrest
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Can you tx hypotension with epinephrine? why or why not?
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No, because beta2 effect of epi will cause peripheral dilation of skeletal vasculature, thus decr BP
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What are the theraputic uses of dopamine?
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shock (hypotension) and cardiac failure
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