Known as "adrenaline" outside the USA. A hormone produced by the adrenal gland. Released into the bloodstream it produces: Increased heart rate Increased blood pressure Sweating Mixed with local anesthetic it constricts the local blood vessel producing: Longer anesthesia. Reduced bleeding.

the principal blood pressure-raising hormone. Also known as adrenaline.

vascular constrictor commonly combined with anesthetics

adrenaline; a hormone that is released in response to stress or other stimuli (e.g., a reaction to a stressful situation, can raise blood pressure).

A catecholamine secreted by the adrenal gland and some neurons in response to stress; also called adrenaline. It functions as both a hormone and neurotransmitter, mediating "fight or flight" responses including increased blood glucose levels and heart rate. ( Figure 21-28)

one of two chemicals (the other is norepinephrine) released by the adrenal gland that increases the speed and force of heartbeats. It dilates the airways to improve breathing and narrows blood vessels in the skin and intestine so that an increased flow of blood reaches the muscles and allows them to cope with the demands of exercise.

a hormone which is released by the adrenal medulla and acts on the alpha and beta adrenergic receptors. Epinephrine makes the heart beat faster. It also makes the bronchi open and reduces the flow of the blood to the arms and legs. It is also known as adrenaline.

A hormone secreted by the adrenal glands; it acts to increase blood sugar levels and blood pressure and to accelerate the heart rate

a hormone secreted by the adrenal gland that characterizes the "fight or flight" response to acute stress; it increases blood pressure, accelerates heart rate, opens the airways; it can also be administered to help control a severe allergic reaction.

A drug that is used to increase the blood pressure, heart rate and force of contraction of the heart. This results in an increase in cardiac output from the heart. Epinephrine, which is also known as adrenalin, may cause an irregularity of the heartbeat or an arrhythmia.

a stress chemical from the adrenal gland that increases heart rate and blood pressure

A monoamine, found primarily in the body, which causes a burst of energy after an exciting event. go to glossary index

Another name for Adrenaline. Secreted by the adrenal medulla. A potent stimulator, similar to norepinephrine of sympathetic nervous activity.

Adrenaline, a hormone produced in the core of the adrenal glands that's sometimes used to treat asthma and allergic reactions.

a hormone produced in the adrenal medulla that increases heart rate, blood pressure, and the blood supply to skeletal muscle.

hormone secreted by the adrenal medulla; it produces actions similar to those that result from sympathetic stimulation; also called adrenaline

adrenergic substance made by the adrenal gland. Responsible for the physical symptoms of anxiety and fear. Also called adrenaline.

A hormone (a catecholamine) secreted by the medulla of the adrenal gland; its effects are similar, but not identical, to those of stimulating the sympathetic nerves. It causes an increase in blood pressure, inhibits peristaltic movements, and liberates glucose from the liver. Also called adrenaline.

also known as adrenaline, a medication used to control bleeding and to prolong the effect of local anesthetics; works by constricting the blood vessels

A hormone secreted by adrenal chromaffin cells into the bloodstream. Also used as a neurotransmitter.

(ep i nef´ rin) [Gr. epi: upon + nephros: a kidney] • The "fight or flight" hormone. Produced by the medulla of the adrenal gland, it also functions as a neurotransmitter. Also known as adrenaline.

An adrenal hormone from the adrenal medulla that stimulates autonomic nerve action. Has been shown to have a great impact on fat loss. When activated, it is carried throughout the body, preparing muscles for action and mobilizing fat from adipose stores for energy. Also known as adrenaline.

Chief hormone produced by adrenal medulla; also referred to as 'adrenaline'

neurohormone produced by the adrenal medulla and derived from dopamine --- norepinephrine --- epinephrine; increases blood pressure and heart rate; increases glycogenolysis in liver and fatty acid release from adipose tissue; an antiasthmatic, antiglaucoma and decongestant drug.

Also known as adrenaline. Hormone secreted in the adrenal gland that raises blood pressure, produces a rapid heartbeat and acts as a neurotransmitter when the body is subjected to stress or danger.

Also called adrenaline, a hormone that stimulates body systems in response to stress.

A hormone produced by the adrenal glands during sudden stress or fear. This hormone causes the body to become alert, the heart to beat more rapidly and powerfully, and respiration to increase. This is known as the "fight or flight" response.

A transmitter produced by the adrenal gland and by the sympatheic nervous system. It causes most of the physical symptoms produced by fear, panic and anxiety.

Also called ‘adrenaline'. A medication taken by injection (needle) for severe allergic reactions and anaphylaxis.

(also known as adrenaline): A hormone, also used as a drug used to treat anaphylactic shock

a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action

A hormone produced by the adrenal glands; increases blood sugar levels.

Adrenaline; a hormone secreted by the adrenal gland that stimulates heart rate and causes constriction of blood vessels, thus increasing blood pressure

an emergency medication that can reverse an allergic reaction. Studies have shown that in severe allergic reactions, prompt administration of epinephrine increases the likelihood that a person will recover from the reaction.

ep-ee-NEF-rin (adrenaline) A hormone produced in the adrenal medulla that raises blood pressure and slows digestion. 670

A hormone secreted by the adrenal gland that prepares the body for the fight-or-flight reaction.

hormone secreted by the adrenal medulla that causes quickening of heart beat, strengthens force of the heart's contraction, opens airways in the lungs and numerous other effects; part of fight-or-flight reaction; same as adrenaline

Adrenaline medication used to treat severe allergic reactions including anaphylaxis and insect sting reactions.

A catecholamine hormone secreted from the adrenal medulla in response to various stressors.

A substance produced by the medulla (inside) of the adrenal gland. The name epinephrine was coined in 1898 by the American pharmacologist and physiologic chemist (biochemist) John Jacob Abel who isolated it from the adrenal gland which is located above (epi-) the kidney ("nephros" in Greek). (Abel also crystallized insulin). Technically speaking, epinephrine is a sympathomimetic catecholamine. It causes quickening of the heart beat, strengthens the force of the heart's contraction, opens up the airways (bronchioles) in the lungs and has numerous other effects. The secretion of epinephrine by the adrenal is part of the fight-or-flight reaction. Adrenaline is a synonym of epinephrine and is the official name in the British Pharmacopoeia.

a crystalline feebly basic sympathomimetic hormone that is the principal blood-pressure-raising hormone secreted by the adrenal medulla, is prepared from adrenal extracts or made synthetically, and is used medicinally esp. as a heart stimulant, as a vasoconstrictor in controlling hemorrhages of the skin and in prolonging the effects of local anesthetics, and as a muscle relaxant in bronchial asthma -- called also adrenaline

Adrenaline; a type of neurotransmitter; a type of alpha adrenergic agonist.

A hormone produced by the adrenal glands. Epinephrine is one of a family of hormones known as catecholamines. Epinephrine is also known as adrenalin

hormone produced by the adrenal medulla and secreted under stress; contributes to the "Þght or þight" response.

A product of the adrenal gland capable of raising blood pressure

see adrenaline.

one of two chemicals (the other is norepinephrine) released by the adrenal gland that increases heart rate and force of the heart contraction, and narrows blood vessels.

A hormone, released by the adrenal medulla and the brain, that acts with norepinephrine to activate the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system. Sometimes called adrenaline.

one of the secretions of the adrenal glands. It helps the liver release glucose (sugar) and limit the release of insulin. It also makes the heart beat faster and can raise blood pressure; also called adrenalin

A drug that relaxes muscles the muscles surrounding the bronchial tubes; also called adrenaline.

an adrenergic neurotransmitter. Its chemical formula is identical to that of the hormone adrenaline.

A hormone associated with increased arousal that causes elevated respiratory, circulatory, and other changes appropriate for increased movement. See arousal; norepinephrine.

A hormone in the chemical family of catecholamines and powerful stimulator of the sympathetic nervous system (for example, increasing blood pressure and heart rate, and heightening metabolic activity). Also called adrenaline.

A catecholamine that functions as both a neurotransmitter and as a hormone. It is produced from NE enzymatically, in both the brain and adrenal glands. Only small amounts of EPI are produced in the brain, relative to the more common NE, and its role as a CNS neurotransmitter is not well studied. In the periphery, however, adrenal epinephrine is the powerfully active, main stress hormone. Strong cardiac stimulation: raising the heart rate and contraction strength

A hormone released by the adrenal glands that stimulates the heart and dilates the arteries. It is also known as adrenaline.

A neurotransmitter released into the bloodstream by the adrenal medulla as part of sympathetic activation (e.g., racing heart).

(Adrenaline): A potential stimulant that is the principal blood-pressure-raising hormone secreted by the adrenal medulla and used medicinally, especially as a heart stimulant and a vasoconstrictor. During LipoSelection® only by VASER®, Epinephrine is used in the infusion solution as a vasoconstrictor; it narrows blood vessels to control hemorrhages.

a synthetic version of the hormone adrenalin; used in the treatment of anaphylaxis and life-threatening asthma attacks.

Epinephrine is a hormone and neurotransmitter and is referred to as a catecholamine. It is synthesized from the amino acid tyrosine. Epinephrine triggers the breakdown of glycogen by activating adenylate cyclase and increasing the cellular levels of cAMP. This in turn activates a phosphorylation cascade leading to the activation of glycogen phosphorylase and the inhibition of glycogen synthase. The structure of epinephrine is shown below.

This is one of several chemicals (another is norepinephrine) released by the adrenal gland to increase heart rate.

Epinephrine (also called adrenaline) is a hormone secreted by the adrenal medulla section of the adrenal gland and released primarily in response to hypoglycemia; it is also produced as a synthetic drug. A powerful vasopressor substance, epinephrine acts to increase blood pressure and stimulate the heart muscle, accelerating the heart rate and increasing cardiac output.

also called adrenaline. Hormone synthesized by the medulla of the adrenal gland. responsible, in part, for the "fight or flight" response.

A form of adrenaline medication used to treat severe allergic reactions, such as anaphylactic shock or insect stings. It is available in self-injectable form or can be injected by a health care provider.

A naturally occurring hormone, also called adrenaline. It is one of two chemicals (the other is norepinephrine) released by the adrenal gland medulla. Epinephrine increases the speed and force of heart beats, dilates the airways to improve breathing, and narrows blood vessels in the skin and intestines to increase blood flow to the muscles. Epinephrine has been produced synthetically as a drug since 1900 and is the drug of choice for treatment of anaphylaxis (severe allergic reactions).

A hormone that is naturally produced by the body, particularly at times of stress. It may be used for treatment by injection, from a syringe (Anakit®, EpiPen® or EpiPen Jr®), as a treatment for severe anaphylactic allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).

A nervous system hormone stimulated by the nicotine in tobacco. It increases heart rate and may raise smokers' blood pressure.

A catecholamine which also helps to maintain blood sugar levels during periods of stress. During periods of stress, epinephrine inhibits insulin release from beta cells and decreases the movement of glucose into body cells. It also helps convert glycogen stores to glucose.

A hormone secreted by the adrenal gland. It is a stimulant and prepares the body for "flight or flight" and an important activator of fat and carbohydrate breakdown during exercise. Also known as adrenaline.

Epinephrine (INN) or adrenaline (BAN) is a hormone and a neurotransmitter. A neurotransmitter is a specific kind of hormone, released by neurons to regulate activity of target tissues (e.g. brain cells, muscle cells,...). The Latin roots ad-+renes and the Greek roots epi-+nephros both literally mean "on/to the kidney" (referring to the adrenal gland, which secretes epinephrine). Epinephrine is sometimes shortened to epi in medical jargon.

Hormone produced by the adrenal gland increasing blood pressure and heartbeat.

Catecholamine hormone synthesized in adrenal medulla ( Ch. 10); also a neurotransmitter synthesized in the brainstem ( Chs 14, 21). Also known as adrenaline.

The principal hormone secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stressful situations. Its effects are similar to those brought about by stimulation of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system (for example, arousal, increased heart rate and blood pressure). It is also an excitatory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system (syn. adrenalin). See also adrenal gland, norepinephrine.

hormone secreted principally by the adrenal medulla with a wide variety of functions, such as stimulating the heart, making carbohydrates available in the liver and muscles, and releasing fat from fat cells

Another term for adrenaline.

Epinephrine (INN) (IPA: ) or adrenaline (European Pharmacopoeia and BAN) (IPA: ), sometimes spelled "epinephrin" or "adrenalin" respectively, is a hormone. It is a catecholamine, a sympathomimetic monoamine derived from the amino acids phenylalanine and tyrosine. The Latin roots ad-+renes and the Greek roots epi-+nephros both literally mean "on/to the kidney" (referring to the adrenal gland, which secretes epinephrine).

a drug that reduces during liposuction Ethylenediamine – an ingredient in the prescription drug Aminophylline.

a vasoconstrictive agent commonly used in local anesthetics in medicine and dentistry. Vasoconstictors decrease bleeding by markedly reducing the diameter of blood vessels at the site of local anesthetic use.