Epinephrine HCl Flashcards
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Mechanism of Action
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Direct acting alpha and beta agonist. Cardiac arrest-increases cerebral and myocardial perfusion pressure, increases systolic and diastolic BP, increases electrical activity in the myocardium, can stimulate spontaneous contractions in asystole.
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Class
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Sympathomimetic, adrenergic agonist
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Indications and Field Use
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Cardiac Arrest-VF/Pulseless VT; Asystole; PEA
Severe bronchospasm
Anaphylaxis
Bradycardia refractory with profound hypotension
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Incompatibilities/Drug Interactions
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Reacts with alkaline solutions, such as sodium bicarbonate, should not be mixed
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Adult Dosages
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Pulseless Arrest: 1mg of 1:10,000 solution IV MR q3-5’
Anaphylaxis and asthma: 0.3-0.5mg of 1:1,000 solution IM MR q15-20’
