About Epinephrine Bitartrate
Class: | Sympathomimetic agent; adrenergic agonist
Use: | Treatment of anaphylaxis, cardiac arrest, and severe asthma exacerbations; used in local anesthesia to prolong effects
Adult dose: | Anaphylaxis: 0.3 to 0.5 mg (0.3 to 0.5 ml of 1:1000 solution) intramuscularly or subcutaneously; Cardiac arrest: 1 mg (10 ml of 1:10,000 solution) intravenously every 3-5 minutes during resuscitation
Pediatric dose: | Anaphylaxis: 0.01 mg/kg (0.01 ml/kg of 1:1000 solution) intramuscularly, maximum single dos
Drug Class
Sympathomimetic agent; adrenergic agonist
Uses & Indications
Treatment of anaphylaxis, cardiac arrest, and severe asthma exacerbations; used in local anesthesia to prolong effects
Storage Requirements
Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); protect from light; do not freeze
Manufacturer & Packaging
Manufacturer: Aurum Pharmaceuticals, UNITED KINGDOM
Package Size
10ml Prefilled Syringe
Price & Supplier
Price in UAE: AED 31.05
Dosage Information
Adult Dose
Anaphylaxis: 0.3 to 0.5 mg (0.3 to 0.5 ml of 1:1000 solution) intramuscularly or subcutaneously; Cardiac arrest: 1 mg (10 ml of 1:10,000 solution) intravenously every 3-5 minutes during resuscitation
Pediatric Dose
Anaphylaxis: 0.01 mg/kg (0.01 ml/kg of 1:1000 solution) intramuscularly, maximum single dose of 0.3 mg; Cardiac arrest: 0.01 mg/kg (0.1 ml/kg of 1:10,000 solution) intravenously every 3-5 minutes
Side Effects
Palpitations, tachycardia, anxiety, headache, dizziness, sweating, nausea, vomiting, tremors
Contraindications & Precautions
Hypersensitivity to epinephrine or any component of the formulation; caution in patients with cardiovascular disease, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, or diabetes
Important Warnings
Use with caution in patients with severe cardiovascular disease; may cause serious cardiac arrhythmias; monitor blood pressure and heart rate during administration; ensure correct concentration is used to avoid dosing errors
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Medical Disclaimer
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