Generic Name epinephrine Trade Name Adrenalin, EpiPen Indication asthma and COPD exacerbations, allergic reactions, cardiac arrest, anesthesia adjunct Action Affects both beta1 and beta2 also has alpha agonist properties resulting in bronchodilation and  increases in HR and BP. Inhibits hypersensitivity reactions. Therapeutic Class antiasthmatic, bronchodilator, vasopressor Pharmacologic Class adrenergic agonist Nursing Considerations Side effects of […]