Adrenaline
Information about Adrenaline
Adrenaline uses
Adrenaline is used in the treatment of severe allergic reactions and cardiac arrest.
How adrenaline works
Adrenaline1 is an alpha- and beta-adrenergic agonist. It relaxes muscles in your lungs and relieves spasm, wheezing, and shortness of breath that occurs during a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis).
Common side effects of adrenaline
Palpitations, Tremors, Anxiety, Dizziness, Pale skin, Disorientation, Angina, Ventricular ectopy, Stress cardiomyopathy, Skin infection, Soft tissue infection
Available Medicine for Adrenaline
Expert advice for Adrenaline
- It is usually given as an injection into your muscle. In cases of medical emergencies, it may be given through a vein.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or anything requiring mental focus until you know how Adrenaline affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.