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Epinephrine Flashcards

1
Q

What is the trade name for epinephrine auto injector

A

Epi-pen

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Indication for the use of epinephrine

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Anaphylaxis

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3
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Contraindications for epi

A

Bad heart history, severe tachycardia

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4
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Side effects of epi

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Jitters, tachycardia, elevated blood pressure

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Rout of Epi

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Intramuscular by autoinjector

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Dosing of epi

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0.3mg adults
0.15mg children under 12

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Action of epi

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Same as adrenaline - sympathomimetric

Raises bp and pulse

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