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Primatene Dosage

Generic name: Epinephrine 0.22mg
Dosage form: inhalant

Medically reviewed on July 9, 2018.

do not exceed dosage
supervise children using this product
adults and children 4 years and over: start with one inhalation, then wait at least 1minute. If not relieved, use once more. Do not use again for at least 3 hours.
children under 4 years of age: ask a doctor

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Drug Status

OTC

Availability Over the counter

Pregnancy & Lactation Risk data available

CSA Schedule* Not a controlled drug

Approval History Drug history at FDA

WADA Class Anti-Doping Classification

Drug Class

Adrenergic bronchodilators
Catecholamines
Vasopressors

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7 User Reviews 9.5/10

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