Which of the following short-acting catecholamines is used for their strong alpha-1-vasoconstricting effects to reduce swelling in the nose and larynx and to control bleeding during bronchoscopic biopsy?

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Because of their strong alpha-1 activity and vasoconstricting effect, epinephrine and the synthetic racemic epinephrine are used to reduce swelling in the nose (nasal decongestant) and larynx (croup, epiglottitis) and to control bleeding during bronchoscopic biopsy.

Which of the Following Short-Acting Catecholamines Is Used for Their