What are adrenaline drops used for? A comprehensive overview
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Over one hundred years ago, isolated epinephrine was first used in conjunction with local anesthesia for ophthalmic purposes. Today, the use of epinephrine drops, also known as adrenaline drops, continues in medicine, primarily in two key areas: as ophthalmic drops for eye conditions like glaucoma and in the form of a nasal spray for emergency treatment of severe allergic reactions. However, it is a common misconception that adrenaline drops are used in the ears for infections.
