Dosing & Administration
Adult Dose
Anaphylaxis: 0.3-0.5 mg IM. Cardiac Arrest: 1 mg IV every 3-5 mins.
Pediatric Dose
Anaphylaxis: 0.01 mg/kg IM. Cardiac Arrest: 0.01 mg/kg IV.
Renal Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Hepatic Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Safety & Special Populations
Pregnancy Category
C - Use if life-saving.
Lactation Safety
Compatible.
Contraindications & Adverse Effects
Contraindications
- None in a life-threatening emergency
Common Adverse Effects
- Tachycardia
- Hypertension
- Anxiety
- Tremor
- Arrhythmias