Ophthalmic Technician

Category - Microbiology and Pharmacology

If epinephrine is exposed to heat and light and turns brown, it will be
  1. inactivated.
  2. contaminated.
  3. sterile.
  4. A and B.
Explanation
Answer: A - inactivated.

If epinephrine is exposed to heat and light and turns brown, it will be inactivated. Certain drugs must be stored in a special way so that they are not rendered inactive. It is important to pass this information on to the patient so they will be aware of how to properly store the medication.
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