Ephenephrine

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Epinephrine Indications

Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)

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Epinephrine Contraindications

NONE for patients with anaphylaxis. (Caution for patients >40 y/o)

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Epinephrine Actions

Counteracts Histamine. INCREASES blood pressure by constricting blood vessels and OPENS the air passages in the lungs by relating bronchial smooth muscle

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Epinephrine Side Effects

Cardiac arrhythmia, Hypertension, Tachycardia, Tremors

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Epinephrine Dose

0.2 to 0.5 ml in a 1:1000 dilution

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Epinephrine Route

Subcutaneous injection by auto injector

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