Medicines based on Epinephrine
Epinephrine Information
Epinephrine is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Epinephrine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Epinephrine Benefits & Uses
Epinephrine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Epinephrine Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Epinephrine Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Epinephrine is used -
Epinephrine Related Warnings
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Is the use of Epinephrine safe for pregnant women?
Epinephrine can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Epinephrine, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Epinephrine safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Epinephrine. It should only be taken after medical advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Epinephrine on the Kidneys?
Epinephrine is not harmful for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Epinephrine on the Liver?
Epinephrine does not damage the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Epinephrine on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Epinephrine on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Epinephrine with Other Drugs
Epinephrine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Epinephrine Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Epinephrine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Hyperthyroidism
- Heart Disease
- Parkinson's Disease
- Angina
- Diabetes
Frequently asked Questions about Epinephrine
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Is this Epinephrine habit forming or addictive?
Epinephrine is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Epinephrine. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Epinephrine only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Epinephrine for mental disorders.
No
Epinephrine Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Epinephrine
Taking Epinephrine with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Epinephrine
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Epinephrine and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Adrenalin (epinephrine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 133
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Adrenaline (epinephrine)*
