Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Adrenaline as follows:
The side-effects of Adrenaline vary widely, based on the dose and route of administration.
General allergic reactions and constitutional side-effects
- Adrenaline use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching.
- Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with Adrenaline, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be considered.
- Adrenaline use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting.
Central nervous system side-effects
- Adrenaline, secondary to changes in blood pressure and heart rate, can induce some dizziness and make one drowsy.
- Adrenaline use also can increase the nervousness, sweating, and anxiety, resulting in impulsiveness, irritability, aggressive behavior, and even seizures.
