Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: EpiPen Injection
EpiPen Injection
| Generic name | epinephrine |
|---|---|
| Drug class | non-selective alpha and beta-adrenergic receptor agonist |
| Forms | Single-dose pre-filled auto-injector (injection) |
EpiPen is a single-dose auto-injector that delivers epinephrine, a medicine used to treat severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) that can be life threatening and happen within minutes.
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General information, not medical advice
Your prescriber and the leaflet in your pack know your situation. This page does not.
- Follow your prescriber and the leaflet
- Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
- Doses and warnings differ by country and product
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