Epinephrine Flashcards
1
Q
What is the trade name?
A
Adrenaline.
2
Q
What is the class?
A
Non-selective adrenergic agonist, sympathomimetic.
3
Q
What is the MOA?
A
Beta 1
Beta 2
Alpha 1.
4
Q
What is the dosage?
A
0.3mg IM repeat q 5minutes prn to a maximum of 0.9mg.
5
Q
What is an indication?
A
Anaphylaxis.
6
Q
What are some contraindications?
A
None when used in emergent anaphylaxis situations.
Hypersensitivity
Underlying cardiovascular disease.