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Epinephrine is a rhythm control agent which is a kind of cardiovascular drug.

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Drug Class

Rhythm control drug

Brands

Epipen

Side Effects

Common

Feeling anxious
Headache
Nervousness
Dizziness
Tremor
Loss of strength
Pale skin
Heart palpitations
Shaking hands or tremor

Serious

Breathing difficulty
Angina

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