Epinephrine
· Trade Name
Adrenalin
· Generic Name
EPINEPHRINE
· Drug Class
Advanced cardiac life-saving protocol medication
Anti-Arrhythmics heart medication
Inotropes Pressors medication
· How It Works
Medication stimulates both alpha and beta adrenergic receptors
· Serious Side Effects
arrhythmias
bleeding in the brain
chest pain
high blood pressure
fluid in the lungs
tissue necrosis
· Common Side Effects
anxiety
dizziness
fast heart rate
headache
nausea
nervousness
paleness
palpitations
weakness
sweating
tremor
vomiting
Posted on April 2, 2009
