Why Are Adrenergic Agonists Such as Epinephrine Given Parenterally or by Inhalation

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Multiple Choice

Why are adrenergic agonists such as epinephrine given parenterally or by inhalation instead of orally?

• A) They are not easily digested in the gastrointestinal tract.
• B) They produce toxic by-products in the blood.
• C) They are rapidly absorbed by the blood.
• D) Catecholamines are metabolized in the liver by the enzymes MAO.

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