epinephrine pen
Emergency anaphylaxis treatment
An epinephrine pen is a medical device for emergency injection of epinephrine, used to treat severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).
The pen contains a pre-measured dose and a spring-loaded needle designed for self-administration through clothing into the thigh: She carries an epinephrine pen because of her peanut allergy.
EpiPen is the dominant brand name, often used generically.
- EpiPenBrand-name anaphylaxis injector
- injectionSyringe-delivered dose
- allergyAdverse immune response
- anaphylaxisSevere systemic allergic reaction
- food allergyAdverse immune response to ingestion
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Agent widening blood vessels
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