Question 1

can u get epipens (epinephrine) over-the-counter or only through a prescription by a dr.

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Only by Prescription: A doctor should prescribe it after listening and examining you.

Question 2

is it ok to continue taking metformin even if i don't have polycystic ovaries anymore? is it true it counters the effect of otc pills (weight gain)

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Yes: If you have Insulin resistance or even diabetes metformin is fine to take.  Some people have lost weight on metformin, perhaps due to GI side effects.  I haven't heard that it can interfere with diet pills but those can be dangerous on their own.

Question 3

how does adrenaline work?

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Stimulant: Increases heart rate and blood pressure.

Question 4

is adrenaline harmful to your body?

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Not necessarily: Adrenaline is helpful for you to deal with the daily stress.  It's only harmful to you if it is supraphysiologic for prolonged period of time.

Question 5

what happens during an adrenaline rush?

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Fight or flight: When adrenaline is released, you may have the following symptoms: sweating, palpitations, dilated pupils, dry mouth, constipation, lack of appetite, high blood pressure, anxiety, cold extremities, decreased urine flow, insomnia, dry nose.

Question 6

can there be any way to use adrenaline?

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Yes: Have a cardiac arrest and the emt's will give you a shot of it.

See the blog on adrenaline rush.

Question 7

why do we have adrenaline in our system?

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Very important: It's your fight or flight hormone. It affects almost all parts of the body.  It works differently in different parts of the body but in general it is responsible for getting you ready to run away or fight the immediate danger: increase breathing, increase heart rate, dilate your eyes so you can see better, break down fat to get energy, stimulate production of sugar for energy, contract muscles...

Question 8

how come i get random adrenaline rushes?

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You don't: For more information see the "adrenalin rush" blog.

Question 9

can adrenaline actually be good for you?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is part of the natural fight or flight response of the body.

Question 10

where is adrenaline produced in the body?

Accepted Answer

Adrenal glands: Produced by the adrenal glands (from the zone called the medulla) .They are pyramid shaped and adjacent to the superior poles of the kidneys (hence ad-renal).

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