Epinephrine bitartrate
Epinephrine Bitartrate
Epinephrine Bitartrate (pronunciation: eh-puh-NEF-rin bye-TAR-trate), also known as Adrenaline Bitartrate, is a medication used to treat a number of conditions including anaphylaxis, cardiac arrest, and superficial bleeding.
Etymology
The term "Epinephrine" is derived from the Greek words "epi" meaning "upon", and "nephros" meaning "kidney", referring to the adrenal glands which sit atop the kidneys and secrete the hormone. "Bitartrate" refers to the salt form of the medication, derived from tartaric acid.
Usage
Epinephrine Bitartrate is used in emergency situations to treat severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) to insect stings/bites, foods, drugs, and other allergens. It is also used to treat severe asthma attacks and during cardiac arrest to increase the chance of survival.
Related Terms
- Anaphylaxis: A severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction.
- Cardiac Arrest: A sudden loss of blood flow resulting from the failure of the heart to pump effectively.
- Adrenal Glands: Small glands located on top of each kidney. They produce hormones that you can't live without, including sex hormones and cortisol.
- Tartaric Acid: A white, crystalline organic acid that occurs naturally in many fruits, most notably in grapes.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Epinephrine bitartrate
- Wikipedia's article - Epinephrine bitartrate
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