The standard recommendation for anyone experiencing anaphylaxis is: administer epinephrine promptly in the reaction, and call 9-1-1 to have an… Read more »
Tag: epinephrine
Anaphylaxis and Lack of Epinephrine Use in Young Kids
Even though epinephrine is the first line of defense against anaphylaxis, many young kids are not receiving the lifesaving injection… Read more »
If Your Auto-Injector Gets Hot, It May Fail
How much does the heat of a summer’s day or water exposure impact your epinephrine auto-injector? Emergency physician Dr. Julie… Read more »
All About Epinephrine: What It Does in a Reaction, How Long It Lasts, When It Gets Hot or Cold
One of the nerve-racking parts of living with severe allergies is having to make the call about if and when… Read more »
Why Some Ambulances Don’t Stock Epinephrine – And How to Prepare
In case of suspected anaphylaxis, people with food allergies are advised to use an epinephrine auto-injector and call 911. But… Read more »
As EpiPen Shortage Drags On, Alternatives Gain Ground
Updated Aug. 20, 2019: The demand for epinephrine auto-injectors is climbing swiftly, right alongside the growth in food allergies, which… Read more »
Symjepi Epinephrine Syringe Rolls Out, as Mylan Shortage Persists
Americans with food and sting allergies can now find an alternative to epinephrine auto-injectors in pharmacies across the United States.… Read more »
Calm, Cool and Ready to Epi in a Food Allergy Reaction
It’s time to get past the fear of using the life-saving medication and be ready to spring into action. My friend… Read more »
EpiPen Shortage in Canada Has Resolved, Says Pfizer Canada
EpiPen auto-injectors are back in stock in pharmacies across Canada following a year-long intermittent shortage of both the junior and… Read more »
Symjepi Epinephrine Syringe Launched in U.S. Clinics
Symjepi, the pre-filled 0.3 mg-dose syringe alternative to epinephrine auto-injectors, is now available in clinical settings across the United States.… Read more »