Epipen Side Effects
Serious side effects of Epipen
- An overdose of Epipen may result in stroke or dangerously high blood pressure.
Common side effects of Epipen
- Epipen may effect the cardiovascular system, resulting in strong or irregular heartbeat and difficulty breathing.
- Feelings of nervousness, anxiety, weakness, or dizziness may also occur.
- Patients who receive an injection may suffer from nausea, vomiting, sweating, headaches, and paleness.
Common side effects will often quickly recede after resting. However, if these side effects continue, seek medical assistance.
Epipen Treatment and Use
Epipen | epinephrine is a sympathomimetic injection used to treat anaphylactic allergic reactions, which can be fatal if untreated. Anaphylaxis has many causes, such as allergies to food, bug bites, latex, and even exercise. Symptoms of anaphylaxis range from facial or oral swelling, to hives, difficulty breathing, obstruction of the airway, chest pain, and dizziness.
How does Epipen work?
During an allergic reaction, the body attacks what it perceives to be a harmful substance that is invading the body, releasing histamine in the process. In the case of anaphylactic allergic reactions, substances such as histamine cause the body to react in a dangerous, potentially lethal. Epipen combats this issue by signalling blood vessels to constrict and relaxing muscles in the lungs. This works to not only improve a patient’s ability to breathe, but also works to increase heart rate and reverse the effects of anaphylaxis, such as swelling and hives.
Dosing instructions for Epipen
Epipen should be injected into the middle, outer thigh; it should never be injected into the buttocks or directly into the vein. The orange tip of the pen should never be covered or pressed down upon unless you are pressing it into the skin for injection. Patients who require an Epipen should carry one with them at all times.
After use, seek immediate medical attention as you may require further medical attention. Always inform the doctor if you have used your Epipen injection.
