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Yes, it is possible to overdose on epinephrine, which can lead to serious side effects such as increased heart rate, high blood pressure, and potentially life-threatening complications. It is important to use epinephrine as directed by a healthcare professional.

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Can you overdose on epinephrine and what are the potential risks associated with taking too much of it?

Yes, it is possible to overdose on epinephrine. Taking too much of it can lead to severe side effects such as increased heart rate, high blood pressure, anxiety, tremors, and potentially life-threatening complications like heart attack or stroke. It is important to use epinephrine only as prescribed and seek medical attention immediately if you suspect an overdose.


Adrenal medulla produces what large amounts of the hormone?

epinephrine and norpepinephrine


What are the two neurohormones found in sympathetic or adrenergic nerves?

Epinephrine or adrenaline, and non epinephrine or noradrenaline.


What is the first drug of choice for acute heart failure?

Often epinephrine is given.epinephrine


Does epinephrine overdose cause brain aneurysms?

I don't believe so, but it WILL cause a coronary artery spasm as per http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2757714, and probably severe arrhythmia as a result. Best advice: don't OD!


Is epinephrine water soluble?

Yes, epinephrine is water soluble.


When a person is physically stressed what hormone is released quickly to stimulate an increase in blood glucose concentration?

is it epinephrine?


What distinguishes a vial of lidocaine with epinephrine from a vial without epinephrine?

if lidocaine is represented by a percentage(1% or 2%) followed by a 1:100,000 then it contains epinephrine. the 1:100,000 is the concentration of epinephrine in the medication.


Does post ganglionic fibers release epinephrine?

No, postganglionic fibers release norepinephrine, not epinephrine. Epinephrine is released by the adrenal medulla.


What does the adrenal gland release when you are frightened?

Epinephrine and norepineprhine


Is epinephrine releasec by the thymus gland?

No. Epinephrine is released from the adrenal medulla.


What is a solution of epinephrine 11000?

Epinephrine 1:1000 is a solution containing 1mg of epinephrine (or adrenaline in some countries) per 1mL of fluid.