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 Generic Name  Epinephrine 
 Trade Name  EpiPen Auto-Injector 
 Manufacturer   
 Risk Category    
C
  • Studies on animals show adverse effect and toxicity on fetus.
  • No adequate and well controlled studies done on pregnant women.
  • Drugs should be given only if the potential benefit outweighs the potential risk to the fetus.


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 Indication  

  • A systemic bronchodilator agent used for treatment of bronchial asthma, bronchitis, and bronchospasm.
 Fetal Risk  

  • Crosses the placenta.
  • Contradictory reports of major and minor congenital defects’ association with first trimester exposure.
  • Reported association with increased incidence of inguinal hernia.
 Breast Feeding  

  • Excreted into human breast milk.
  • Risk-benefit should be considered before its use due to the potential adverse effects.
 Other Trade Names  
 


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Last complete update: 10/05/2006