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Epinephrine Benefits & Uses

Epinephrine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)
Heart Failure

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	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.01 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.01 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.01 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Epinephrine Related Warnings

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

Ambrisentan

Sotalol

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Levodopa,Carbidopa

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

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Epinephrine

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Epinephrine with digoxin?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

No, you cannot take Epinephrine with digoxin, as it may cause irregular heart rhythm which may affect the patients with heart disease or suffering from high blood pressure.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Epinephrine cause headache?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Epinephrine may cause a headache. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Epinephrine?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Epinephrine is inhaled by mouth as needed or prescribed by the doctor while injectables form of Epinephrine is given by a healthcare provider. Do not take it my own.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Epinephrine need to be refrigerated?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Epinephrine does not require refrigeration, you should keep the medicine at room temperature and protect it from direct sunlight.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Epinephrine without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

No, Epinephrine is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

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This medicine data has been created by -

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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)*

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Epinephrine Benefits & Uses

Epinephrine Dosage & How to Take

Epinephrine Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Epinephrine with Other Drugs

Epinephrine Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Epinephrine

Epinephrine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Epinephrine

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Epinephrine with digoxin?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Question over 5 years ago

Can Epinephrine cause headache?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Epinephrine?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Question about 5 years ago

Does Epinephrine need to be refrigerated?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Epinephrine without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

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