Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening reaction of the immune system in response to an allergen which can be foods, medicines, venom from stinging insects, and more. EpiPen is a portable epinephrine pen-syringe used in emergency situations to treat such dangerous conditions. Suitable for independent use and essential for anyone at risk of anaphylaxis - you can buy this syringe at Pharmacy Direct at the best price. We offer excellent service, convenient payment options and a flexible delivery system. Shop online and stay safe and healthy!
What is an Epipen?
The EpiPen is a portable, single-use medical device for injecting epinephrine (adrenaline) when anaphylactic shock occurs. Anaphylactic reactions affect 1-2% of the population (according to some sources - up to 15%). They develop rapidly and unpredictably, sometimes within a few seconds of contact with an insignificant dose of the allergen. As anaphylaxis progresses rapidly, hormones and antihistamine medications are usually slow to act, failing to provide relief in time. Only an adrenaline injection can prevent an allergic reaction from developing into a dangerous anaphylactic condition.
Adrenaline, also known as epinephrine, relieves shock during anaphylaxis attacks. It acts quickly and helps ease the most dangerous symptoms: swelling of the throat, shortness of breath, and increased blood pressure, while also regulating histamine release in the body. The sooner an allergic person receives an adrenaline injection, the better. That's why people at risk of anaphylaxis should carry an EpiPen auto-injector with them constantly.
How to use an EpiPen?
The adrenaline auto-injector generally consists of a glass or plastic container containing a single dosage of epinephrine and a spring-loaded injection needle protected by a sterile septum. You can buy EpiPens in two dosages: 0.15 mg for children and 0.3 mg for adults.
Injections should be made by firmly pressing the device on the middle part of the outer surface of the thigh for the prescribed time. In emergency situations, you may use it even through clothing.
It is crucial to strictly follow the instructions attached to each EpiPen as they may differ in their features. However, there are general principles of use for all such devices:
- All epinephrine auto-injectors are single-use devices, and a second injection is not possible.
- The injection is made in the middle part of the outer surface of the thigh. The introduction of adrenaline (epinephrine) in other places is unacceptable. In the most urgent cases, injection through clothing is possible.
- If the first injection does not produce any effect after 5 minutes, repeated administration of adrenaline (from another device) is permitted.
You can visit each product's page for more information or consult with one of our pharmacists on which EpiPen to buy and how to use it.
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