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Decongestion

Cardiac Arrest

Preeclampsia

Local Anesthesia

Decreases nasal tissue swelling by constrictingblood vessels in the area

Stimulates beta 2 receptors in cardiac muscleincreases contraction

Stimulates beta 2 receptors in uterus which causesrelaxation to stop contractions and pre-mature labor

Keeps LA concentrated at injection site bydecreasing blood flow in/out, helps LA last longer

Decreases blood pressure by relaxation ofperipheral smooth muscle that surrounds vessels

Anti-hypertension

Sedation, lowers heart rate, slows CNS acctivity

Uses

Uses Anxiety, PTSD

Beta Blockers

Side Effects

Side Effects

Tremors, Anxiety, tachycardia, raised bloodpressure, these drugs mimic the adrenergic

system that releases adrenaline into the bloodsystem

Activate adrenergic receptors

Block adrenergic receptors

Bradycardia, CNS depression, risk of orthostatichypotension, some can cause dry mouth

Glaucoma Reduces intra-ocular pressure by fluid reduction

Migraines Reduces head pressure buy relaxation ofsurrounding vessels