racemic epinephrine Flashcards
1
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name (trade)
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micronefrin, vaponefrin
2
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class
A
sympathomimetic
3
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description
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acts as a bronchodilator that stimulates beta 2 receptors in the lungs
4
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mechanism of action
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stimulates beta 2 receptors in the lungs, resulting in the relaxation of bronchial smooth muscle
5
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onset
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neb: within 5 min
6
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duration
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1-3 hours
7
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indications
A
bronchial asthma
prevention of bronchospasm
croup (larnygotacheobronchitis)
laryngeal edema
8
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contraindications
A
hypertension
underlying cardiovascular disease
9
Q
side effects
A
tachycardia, dysrhythmias, chest pain
10
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drug interactions
A
MAO inhibitors
beta-blockers
sympathomimetics
11
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supplied
A
7.5, 15 ml in 1%, 2.5% solution
12
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dose
A
neb: dilute 5 mg (1%) in % ml saline, administer for 15 minutes
13
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special considerations
A
may produce dysrhythmias
