Epinephrine (adrenaline)

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Class

Sympathomimetic; catecholamine

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Action

Stimulate alpha and beta adrenergic receptors to activate sympathetic NS response

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Indication 1

Anaphylaxis

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Indication 2

Bronchospasm

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Contraindications

N/A

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Onset

3-5 mins

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Peak

5 mins

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Duration

5-10 mins

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Side effects

Headache, nausea, restlessness

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Precautions

Elderly, patients with congenital heart defects

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Routes

IM, auto injector

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Dosage

>25 kg: 0.30 mg IM

<25 kg: 0.15 mg IM

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Protocols

Gold 1

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