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Epinephrine is a rhythm control agent which is a kind of cardiovascular drug.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

41 years experience

Drug Class

Rhythm control drug

Brands

Epipen

Side Effects

Common

Feeling anxious
Headache
Nervousness
Dizziness
Tremor
Loss of strength
Pale skin
Heart palpitations
Shaking hands or tremor

Serious

Breathing difficulty
Angina

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How is epinephrine administered?

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What do low levels of epinephrine indicate?

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Extreme itching with rash, how does epinephrine work to stop it?

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My epinephrine levels are less than 10 and it says the normal range is 10-200. What could this be?

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A 21-year old male asked:

Is epinephrine only secreted for the "fight or flight" response or it only gets higher during the "fight or flight" ?

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A 27-year old male asked:

Can there ever be a shortage in epinephrine an and(or) nor-epineprine production??If yes,what are the probable causes of d shortage?What is the cure?

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Pen epinephrine side effects?

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Can a person be allergic to epinephrine?

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When should I use the Epi-Pen with epinephrine?

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What do you do if you are allergic to epinephrine?

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How long can the side effects of epinephrine last?

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A 41-year old asked:

Is it possible to die from an epipen (epinephrine)?

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A 44-year old asked:

What alternatives are there to an epipen (epinephrine)?

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A 31-year old asked:

Is there a way to administer epinephrine non-intravenously?

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A 29-year old asked:

How do I tell people I carry epipen (epinephrine) if travel alone?

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A 23-year old female asked:

Is epinephrine of any use in the management of nitroglycerine overdose?

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A 48-year old asked:

How do i know if my reaction is serious enough for an epipen (epinephrine)?

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Where should I carry epipen (epinephrine) if I could get a reaction anywhere?

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A 44-year old asked:

Why don't they have multiuse epinephrine syringes? What if I dont respond to one shot?

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What happens if you use an expired epipen (epinephrine) on someone that is extremely allergic?

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A 35-year old asked:

Is epinephrine a narcotic?

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A 26-year old asked:

What would happen if I ingest the epinephrine from and epi-pen?

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How does epinephrine affect the heart?

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A 40-year old asked:

Can I use the epinephrine in ampule iv/im for a nosebleed?

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A 23-year old female asked:

I'm allergic to wasp stings but also epinephrine. What can I do if I get stung?

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How can I get an epipen (epinephrine) for precaution from my alllergic reactions?

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Please help! What is the purpose of giving epinephrine with lidocaine for anesthesia?

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If one has serious anaphylaxis, it is necessary to carry an epipen (epinephrine) around?

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Wondering if it's illegal to buy/own lidocaine epinephrine injection vial if you're not a doctor?

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Should you administer a local anesthesia with epinephrine even if another physician has advised against it?

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