Ephedrine - Anesthesia Pharmacology
Trade Name: Ephedrine
Brand Name(s): Akovaz
Drug Type: Sympathomimetic Catecholamine
Time of Onset: Rapid
Duration of Action: 1 hour
Mechanism of Action: Direct and indirect sympathomimetic, due to stimulation of a and ß adrenergic receptors along with increased release of norepinephrine at sympathetic nerve endings and inhibiting its reuptake
Cessation of Action: Metabolized by liver minimally
Cardiovascular Effects: Increases arterial blood pressure and heart contractility
Uses: Hypotension

David Convissar, MD @countbackwardsfrom10

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