Abstract
Adrenaline autoinjectors are widely prescribed for self-treatment of anaphylactic syndromes. Accidental misfire into digits can cause prolonged significant ischaemia with serious outcomes. Phentolamine is a readily available treatment, which is easily and safely given in the emergency setting.
MeSH terms
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Adrenergic alpha-Agonists / administration & dosage
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Adrenergic alpha-Agonists / adverse effects*
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Adrenergic alpha-Antagonists / therapeutic use*
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Adult
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Autonomic Nerve Block
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Epinephrine / administration & dosage
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Epinephrine / adverse effects*
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Fingers / blood supply*
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Humans
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Injections
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Ischemia / chemically induced
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Ischemia / drug therapy*
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Male
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Phentolamine / therapeutic use*
Substances
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Adrenergic alpha-Agonists
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Adrenergic alpha-Antagonists
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Epinephrine
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Phentolamine