Which of the following medications is a catecholamine with both alpha and beta-adrenergic activity used in life-threatening anaphylaxis?
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Correct answer: Epinephrine
Epinephrine is the drug of choice for anaphylaxis. Its beta-2 activity provides bronchodilation, while its alpha-1 activity causes vasoconstriction to reduce mucosal edema and increase blood pressure.
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