Community data Updated 2 months ago

Racepinephrine

Other adrenoceptor stimulants Prescription

Indications

Asthma

For temporary relief of mild, intermittent asthma symptoms, including wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath.

⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.

Pharmacology

Racepinephrine stimulates both alpha- and beta-adrenergic receptors. In asthma, it works by relaxing the spasms in the muscles lining the bronchial tubes and widening the airways, making breathing easier.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Racemic epinephrine (Racepinephrine) is a 1:1 blend of the dextrorotatory and levorotatory forms of epinephrine. The US FDA places epinephrine in pregnancy category C, so it should be used in pregnancy only when no safer alternative exists and the expected benefit justifies the potential risk. Epinephrine also passes into breast milk, and because of the risk of serious adverse effects in a nursing infant, a choice should be made between stopping breastfeeding and stopping the medicine.

⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Dosage Reference

⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.

Adults: Adults and children 4 years of age and over: Jet Nebulizer: Nebulise for fifteen minutes every 3 to 4 hours. One 0.5 ml ampoule should be diluted to a volume of 3 to 5 ml with sterile 0.9% sodium chloride solution. Hand Held Bulb Nebulizer: 1 to 3 inhalations, not more often than every 3 hours. The racepinephrine inhalation solution does not require dilution. Should not use more than 12 inhalations in 24 hours. Children under 4 years of age: Use according to the physician's direction.

Side Effects & Interactions

Side Effects

No side-effect data recorded yet.

Key Interactions

Checker →

Adrenaline