How Do You Use An Epinephrine Autoinjector?
Do you know someone who has an allergy or has severe allergic reactions in the past? Do you know how to use an EpiPen autoinjector? If your answers are yes and no, then you need to read this so that you can lend a hand when an allergic attack happens. To begin, anyone with a history of having severe allergic reaction should have a prescription filled at all times. Allergic reactions could be triggered by a number of seemingly innocuous items such as latex, peanuts, bee stings, certain types of foods, and a number of other unknown triggers. Thus, it’s always better to be prepared. An epinephrine pen is one of the most common types of medication prescribed. So before we move onto how to use it, let’s briefly discuss what the person would look like if they were undergoing a serious allergic reaction and when it is reasonable to treat. Some of the most common symptoms of anaphylaxis are: throat swelling, difficulty breathing, and low blood pressure. Immediate treatment is called for if: –
