Penalty for Non-Qualified Distributions. Distributions not used for qualified medical expenses are includable in gross income and, for applicants under age 65, subject to an additional 10% tax.
Binding of Epinephrine to Adrenergic Receptors Induces Tissue-Specific Responses. Epinephrine and norepinephrine were originally recognized as products of the medulla, or core, of the adrenal gland and are also known as adrenaline and noradrenaline.
Role of Epinephrine and Norepinephrine in Kidney Function. Epinephrine and norepinephrine are released by the adrenal medulla and nervous system respectively. They are the flight/fight hormones that are released when the body is under extreme stress. During stress, much of the body's energy is used to combat imminent danger.