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Epinephrine - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Epinephrine

Generic Name : Epinephrine
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Epinephrine are provided here.

Pronunciation : ep-i-NEF-rin

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Epinephrine, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


Therapeutic Classification : Vasopressors

Trade Names/Brand Names of Epinephrine

India :

International :


Ana-Guard, Sus-Phrine Injection, Bronitin, Micronefrin (obsolete), Asthmahaler, Nephron (obsolete), Primatene Mist Inhaler, Primatene Mist Suspension, S2 Inhalant (obsolete), Bronchial Mist with Pump, Epi EZ Pen, Medihaler-Epi, Asthmanefrin (obsolete), Bronkaid Mist, Primatene Mist Inhaler Refill

Why is Epinephrine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a hormone, recommended for cardiac arrest (to restart the heart beat), dilation of blood vessels, increase of diastolic blood pressure, increasing the flow of blood to heart and anaphylactic shock (allergic reactions). It is effective in controlling superficial bleeding and reduction of uterine contractions during childbirth.

When should Epinephrine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity, tachyarrhythmias (faster heart rhythms).

What is the dosage of Epinephrine?

Adult: IV- Advanced cardiac life support as 1:10,000 solutions: 1 mg, repeat every 2-3 minutes if needed. Anaphylactic shock as 1:10,000 solutions: 5 ml infused slowly until a response is achieved. IM Anaphylactic shock as 1:1,000 solutions: 0.5 ml, repeat every 5 minutes as needed.

How should Epinephrine be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein or muscle.

What are the warnings and precautions for Epinephrine?

•Caution needed for patients with history of heart diseases, thyroid disease, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, elderly, pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• If asthma worsens during the treatment, discontinue the treatment.

What are the side effects of Epinephrine?

Most Common- Tremor, weakness, dizziness, sweating, palpitations, lung swelling, fast heart rate, transient, moderate anxiety, apprehensiveness,restlessness, pallor, nausea, vomiting, headache, and/or respiratory difficulties.

What are the other precautions for Epinephrine?

Avoid intravenous injection, and in buttock.

What are the storage conditions for Epinephrine?

Inhalation: Store it at room temperature (25°C). Protect from light.

Schedule : H
Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.

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