Epipen - Epinephrine Auto-injector Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Epipen.
• Epi E-Z Pen, Epipen
• ep-in-EFF-rin

Medicinal Applications

• Epinephrine acts quickly to improve breathing, stimulate the heart and reverse hives and swelling around the face and lips.
• This medication is used in emergencies to treat potentially dangerous allergic reactions to insect stings or bites, foods, drugs or other substances.

Possible Side Effects

• You may feel slight nervousness and an increased heart rate soon after the injection.
• A pounding heartbeat, sweating, nausea, vomiting, breathing trouble, headache, dizziness and anxiety may also occur.
• The effects of this medication begin to wear off after 10 to 20 minutes.
• If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Read Before Using Epipen (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is given by injection.
• It is designed to be self-administered.
• To use, remove the safety cap.
• Hold the device with the black tip against the thigh and apply moderate pressure for several seconds.
• This will release a spring activated plunger which pushes a concealed needle into the outer part thigh to deliver the medication.
• Discard the unit properly.
• The effects of this medication should be felt within seconds.
• Administer through the clothing if necessary.
• Seek further medical help immediately.
• Try to keep warm and avoid exertion.
• Tell the health care professional you have given yourself an injection of epinephrine.
• Administer to the thigh area only.
• Avoid use near a vein or the buttocks.

Epipen Storage Instructions

• Store this medication at room temperature away from heat and sunlight.
• Do not refrigerate.
• Avoid storing this in the glove compartment or trunk of your car in the summer.
• If the solution is not clear or turns brown, replace the unit.
• Check the expiration date periodically and replace the unit before it expires.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include fast or irregular heartbeat.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including.

Epipen Miscellaneous Notes

• Patients with severe allergies must be clearly instructed how and when to use this medication.
• Review the indications and administration procedures carefully with your doctor.
• Also teach a family member and close friend what to do in the event of an emergency.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Not applicable.