"The treatment of adenosine toxicity is by intravenous aminophylline: suggested dose 125 mg in 50 mL normal saline by IV infusion for 5–6 min."
"NB: This article aims to give a summarised description of adenosine. For detailed and exact information please refer to the information and direction for use or package insert from the pharmaceutical company."
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"Adenosine binds non-selectively to A1, A2A, A2B and A3 receptors of which activation of A2A receptors lead to coronary vasodilation, which is required for the cardiac stress test 1,3."
"Activation of A1, A2B and A3 receptors can lead to bronchospasm and atrioventricular block 1."
"active bronchoconstriction, asthma or bronchospastic disease requiring regular inhaler use"
"severe arterial hypertension (e.g. ≥220/120 mmHg)"