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Catecholamines

Catecholamines are used to treat anaphylaxis. They work by tightening blood vessels and opening up airways in the lungs.

Why are catecholamines prescribed?

  1. Anaphylaxis (100%)
  2. Septic Shock (0%)
  3. Asthma (0%)

Key takeaways

Catecholamines are used to treat severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) and asthma symptoms. They also have other uses, such as managing certain types of shock. Catecholamines work by stimulating your heart and blood vessels, which helps to increase blood flow and open up airways. Examples include injectable epinephrine (EpiPen, Auvi-Q), nasal epinephrine (Neffy), and inhaled epinephrine (Primatene Mist).

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Epipen (epinephrine) is used for the emergency treatment of severe allergic reactions. Epipen is a catecholamine, which works by tightening blood vessels and opening up airways in the lungs. Epipen is available as one package of two autoinjectors. It is available in brand and generic versions. It is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
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Neffy

as low as$199
Neffy is part of the Catecholamines class and treats Anaphylaxis. Catecholamines are used to treat anaphylaxis. They work by tightening blood vessels and opening up airways in the lungs. Neffy is only available as a brand name drug.
Epinephrine (Adrenaclick) is an expensive drug used for the emergency treatment of severe allergic reactions. You should keep this medicine with you at all times. This drug is slightly less popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic versions. Alternate brands include EpiPen and EpiPen Jr. Generic epinephrine is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
Epinephrine (EpiPen, EpiPen Jr) is an expensive drug used for the emergency treatment of severe allergic reactions. You should keep this medicine with you at all times. This drug is slightly more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic versions. Alternate brands include Adrenaclick. Generic epinephrine is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
EPINEPHRINE treats severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) or sudden asthma attacks. It may also be used to treat low blood pressure and slow heart rate. It reduces the effects of an allergic reaction, such as trouble breathing or swelling of the face, lips, and throat. It also increases your heart rate and narrows your blood vessels, which helps stabilize your blood pressure.
EPINEPHRINE treats lung diseases, such as mild asthma, where the airways in the lungs narrow, causing breathing problems or wheezing (bronchospasm). It works by opening the airways of the lungs, making it easier to breathe. It is often called a rescue or quick-relief medication.
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Symjepi

as low as$246
Symjepi (epinephrine) is used for the emergency treatment of severe allergic reactions. Symjepi is slightly more popular than other anaphylaxis medications. There are currently no generic alternatives to Symjepi.

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Auvi-Q

as low as$289
Auvi-Q (epinephrine) is used to treat anaphylaxis. Auvi-Q is a catecholamine, which works by tightening blood vessels and opening up airways in the lungs. The most common form of Auvi-Q is a package of two 0.3mg autoinjectors. It is also available in packages of two 0.1mg, or 0.15mg, autoinjectors. There are currently no generic alternatives for Auvi-Q. It is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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