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| Sympathomimetic bronchodilator |
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| Epi Racemic Mechanism of Action |
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| Stimulates alpha receptors, but mainly beta2 receptors in the lungs. Causes bronchodilation, vasoconstriction, and reduced mucosal edema. Reduces histamine production. |
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| Bronchial asthma, croup, laryngeal edema |
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| Epi Racemic Contraindications |
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| Epiglottitis, cardiac disease, glaucoma, hypertension, thyroid disease, diabetes, known sensitivity to sulfates |
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| Epi Racemic Adverse Reactions |
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| Tachycardia, palpitations, tremors, cardiac dysrhythmias, hypertension, anxiety, dizziness, headache |
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| Dilute 5 mL (1%) in 5 mL saline nebulized over 15 min |
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