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1. Epinephrine (Adrenaline) MOA: Stimulates alpha and beta-adrenergic receptors Dose: 0.3-0.5 mg IV/IM Emergent Indication: Cardiac arrest, anaphylaxis Pitfall: Overdose can lead to hypertension, arrhythmias 1. Naloxone MOA: Opioid receptor antagonist Dose: 0.4-2 mg IV/IM Emergent Indication: Opioid overdose Pitfall: Precipitating withdrawal in opioid-dependent patients 1. Diazepam MOA: Enhances GABA neurotransmission Dose: 5-10 mg IV Emergent Indication: Seizures, sedation Pitfall: Over sedation, respiratory depression 1. Morphine MOA: Opioid receptor agonist Dose: 2-10 mg IV/IM Emergent Indication: Pain management Pitfall: Respiratory depression, addiction potential 1. Atropine MOA: Antimuscarinic agent Dose: 0.5-1 mg IV Emergent Indication: Bradycardia, organophosphate poisoning Pitfall: Tachycardia, dry mouth, urinary retention