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Adrenalin

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(Generic versions may still be available.)

OVERDOSE

No information provided.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Epinephrine is contraindicated in narrow angle (congestive) glaucoma, shock, during general anesthesia with halogenated hydrocarbons or cyclopropane and in individuals with organic brain damage. Epinephrine is also contraindicated with local anesthesia of certain areas, e.g., fingers, toes, because of the danger of vasoconstriction producing sloughing of tissue; in labor because it may delay the second stage; in cardiac dilatation and coronary insufficiency.

Last reviewed on RxList: 3/30/2009
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.

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