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Latest revision as of 01:24, 20 February 2025

A combination drug used in medical treatments

Theodrenaline is a pharmaceutical drug that combines the effects of theophylline and adrenaline (also known as epinephrine). It is used primarily in the treatment of certain cardiovascular and respiratory conditions.

Pharmacology[edit]

Theodrenaline is a sympathomimetic agent, meaning it mimics the effects of the sympathetic nervous system. It combines the bronchodilator effects of theophylline with the vasoconstrictive and cardiac stimulant effects of adrenaline.

Mechanism of Action[edit]

Theophylline works by inhibiting phosphodiesterase, leading to an increase in cyclic AMP levels, which results in bronchodilation. Adrenaline acts on adrenergic receptors, causing vasoconstriction and increased heart rate.

Medical Uses[edit]

Theodrenaline is used in the management of conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and certain types of cardiac arrest. It is particularly useful in situations where both bronchodilation and cardiovascular support are needed.

Side Effects[edit]

Common side effects of theodrenaline include tachycardia, hypertension, nervousness, and tremors. Due to its adrenaline component, it can also cause arrhythmias and angina in susceptible individuals.

Administration[edit]

Theodrenaline is typically administered via intravenous injection in a clinical setting. Dosage and administration depend on the specific condition being treated and the patient's response to the drug.

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-'''Theodrenaline''' (also known as '''Norsulfadrenalin''') is a [[cardiotonic]] agent that is often combined with [[mesatone]] for the treatment of [[hypotension]]. It is a synthetic [[adrenergic]] [[amino acid]] that acts on the [[adrenergic receptor]]s in the [[cardiovascular system]] to increase [[blood pressure]] and [[heart rate]].
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+'''Theodrenaline''' is a [[pharmaceutical drug]] that combines the effects of [[theophylline]] and [[adrenaline]] (also known as [[epinephrine]]). It is used primarily in the treatment of certain [[cardiovascular]] and [[respiratory]] conditions.
 ==Pharmacology==
-Theodrenaline is a synthetic adrenergic amino acid that acts on the adrenergic receptors in the cardiovascular system. It is a cardiotonic agent, meaning it has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the heart. Theodrenaline works by increasing the force of the heart's contractions, which in turn increases blood pressure and heart rate. This makes it useful in the treatment of hypotension, or low blood pressure.
+Theodrenaline is a [[sympathomimetic]] agent, meaning it mimics the effects of the [[sympathetic nervous system]]. It combines the bronchodilator effects of theophylline with the vasoconstrictive and cardiac stimulant effects of adrenaline.
+===Mechanism of Action===
+Theophylline works by inhibiting [[phosphodiesterase]], leading to an increase in [[cyclic AMP]] levels, which results in bronchodilation. Adrenaline acts on [[adrenergic receptors]], causing vasoconstriction and increased heart rate.
-==Clinical Use==
+==Medical Uses==
-Theodrenaline is often combined with mesatone, another cardiotonic agent, for the treatment of hypotension. The combination of these two drugs is thought to have a synergistic effect, meaning the effect of the combination is greater than the sum of the effects of the individual drugs. This combination is often used in emergency situations to quickly raise a patient's blood pressure.
+Theodrenaline is used in the management of conditions such as [[asthma]], [[chronic obstructive pulmonary disease]] (COPD), and certain types of [[cardiac arrest]]. It is particularly useful in situations where both bronchodilation and cardiovascular support are needed.
 ==Side Effects==
-As with all medications, theodrenaline can have side effects. These can include [[tachycardia]] (an abnormally fast heart rate), [[hypertension]] (high blood pressure), and [[arrhythmia]] (irregular heart rhythm). If these side effects occur, they can usually be managed by adjusting the dose of the medication or by treating the side effects directly.
+Common side effects of theodrenaline include [[tachycardia]], [[hypertension]], [[nervousness]], and [[tremors]]. Due to its adrenaline component, it can also cause [[arrhythmias]] and [[angina]] in susceptible individuals.
-==See Also==
+==Administration==
-* [[Adrenergic receptor]]
+Theodrenaline is typically administered via [[intravenous injection]] in a clinical setting. Dosage and administration depend on the specific condition being treated and the patient's response to the drug.
-* [[Cardiotonic agent]]
-* [[Hypotension]]
-* [[Mesatone]]
-[[Category:Drugs]]
+==Related pages==
-[[Category:Cardiovascular system]]
+* [[Theophylline]]
-[[Category:Pharmacology]]
+* [[Adrenaline]]
+* [[Sympathomimetic drug]]
+* [[Bronchodilator]]
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+[[Category:Sympathomimetic amines]]
+[[Category:Bronchodilators]]
+[[Category:Cardiovascular drugs]]
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