You may need the help of a specialized doctor called an immunologist. You may need to research any preservatives, additives or combination medications that may have been in the epinephrine you were given and be tested for an allergy to each one of these individual substances.
It should be noted that if you have a history of anaphylaxis, your healthcare provider may instruct you to use epinephrine regardless of a confirmed allergy to it or a previous negative reaction. That's because anaphylaxis is so life-threatening that the benefits may outweigh the risks. You may want to look at options such as immunotherapy allergy shots to treat your condition. It will be important for you to be extra vigilant about avoiding any potential substance which may trigger an anaphylactic episode.
You also will need to know how to recognize the first signs and symptoms of an anaphylactic reaction so that you can initiate treatment immediately. Always call even if you have your own epinephrine and have administered it.
The allergen that you are reacting to may be present in your system for longer than your dose of epinephrine will last. Sign up for our Health Tip of the Day newsletter, and receive daily tips that will help you live your healthiest life. How to manage anaphylaxis in primary care. Clin Transl Allergy. Merck Manual Professional Version.
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Do not put your thumb, fingers, or hand over the needle area of the automatic injection device. If epinephrine is accidently injected into these areas, get emergency medical treatment immediately. After you inject a dose of epinephrine injection, some solution will remain in the injection device. This is normal and does not mean that you did not receive the full dose. Do not use the extra liquid; dispose of the remaining liquid and device properly.
Take the used device with you to the emergency room or ask your doctor, pharmacist, or healthcare provider how to dispose of used injection devices safely. This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Talk to your doctor about whether and when you should use epinephrine injection if you are pregnant. Keep this medication in the plastic carrying tube it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Keep it at room temperature and away from light, excess heat and moisture not in the bathroom. Do not refrigerate epinephrine injection or leave it in your car, especially in hot or cold weather.
If the prefilled automatic injection device is dropped, check to see if it is broken or leaking. Dispose of any medication that is damaged or should otherwise not be used and be sure to have a replacement available. Unneeded medications should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children, and other people cannot consume them. However, you should not flush this medication down the toilet.
Instead, the best way to dispose of your medication is through a medicine take-back program. It is important to keep all medication out of sight and reach of children as many containers such as weekly pill minders and those for eye drops, creams, patches, and inhalers are not child-resistant and young children can open them easily.
To protect young children from poisoning, always lock safety caps and immediately place the medication in a safe location — one that is up and away and out of their sight and reach.
In case of overdose, call the poison control helpline at If the victim has collapsed, had a seizure, has trouble breathing, or can't be awakened, immediately call emergency services at Do not let anyone else take your medication. If you use a prefilled automatic injection device, be sure to get a replacement right away. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription. It is important for you to keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription over-the-counter medicines you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements.
Epinephrine auto-injectors may be kept on hand for self-injection by a person with a history of severe allergic reaction. Epinephrine is also used to treat exercise-induced anaphylaxis, or to treat low blood pressure that is caused by septic shock. Before using epinephrine, tell your doctor if any past use of this medicine caused an allergic reaction to get worse.
Having an allergic reaction while pregnant or nursing could harm both mother and baby. You may need to use epinephrine during pregnancy or while you are breast-feeding. Seek emergency medical attention right away after using the injection. In an emergency, you may not be able to tell caregivers if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Make sure any doctor caring for your pregnancy or your baby knows you received this medicine.
Epinephrine is injected into the skin or muscle of your outer thigh. In an emergency, this injection can be given through your clothing. Epinephrine is sometimes given as an infusion into a vein.
A healthcare provider will give you this type of injection. Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions. The auto-injector device is a disposable single-use system. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed. Do not remove the safety cap until you are ready to use the auto-injector.
Never put your fingers over the injector tip after the safety cap has been removed. Seek emergency medical attention after any use of epinephrine. The effects of epinephrine may wear off after 10 or 20 minutes. You will need to receive further treatment and observation. Also seek emergency medical attention if you accidentally inject yourself while giving epinephrine to another person. Your medicine may also come with a "trainer pen.
It is only for non-emergency use to practice giving yourself an epinephrine injection.
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