Epinephrine

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Section 8 - MEDICATION GUIDELINES

ADRENERGICS

Epinephrine (ADRENALINE) / Sympathomimetic

DESCRIPTION

  • A potent alpha and beta stimulant. It increases the electrical activity of the heart through its beta activities.

INDICATIONS

CONTRAINDICATIONS

  • None in the patient who needs aggressive resuscitation.

PRECAUTIONS

  • It should be protected from light and should not be infused with alkaline solutions, such as Sodium Bicarbonate, since they will deactivate Epinephrine.
  • The medication's actions are of short duration.

DOSAGE

  • Refer to appropriate PRACTICE PARAMETER for specific dosages.
  • Refer to Handtevy System for pediatric dosages.