Question
Pharmacology Question on General Pharmacology
An elderly man, who is a known case of diabetic nephropathy, presented to the emergency with palpitations and chest discomfort. ECG showed tall T-waves. Laboratory investigations showed elevated potassium levels. Which of the following drugs will cause the shift of potassium back into the cell?
A
Epinephrine
B
Glucagon
C
Atropine
D
Lactic acid
Answer
Epinephrine
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (A) : Epinephrine