Are epinephrine and norepinephrine the same? I had a neurotransmitter test done recently and it said I was within range of norepinephrine, but low in epinephrine. Are there any medications that target epinephrine instead of norepinephrine?
Difference between Epinephrine and Norepinephrine?
Question posted by Sphynxx on 30 Sep 2015
Last updated on 30 September 2015 by WildcatVet
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WildcatVet
30 Sep 2015
See previous answer. The brain's neurotransmitters do not work independently of each other and can't be seperated any more than that accomplished by current pharmaceuticals.
PepperM
30 Sep 2015
Epinephrine is used for asthma. Norepinephrine is used for low blood pressure. I've been on both before. Norepinephrine i still have to use on occasion before my bp drops beyond low for me. My normal bp is 90 over 60. Epinephrine i used in an inhaler as a child because i grew up in a home full of smokers.
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