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Ronna L Campbell1, Veena Manivannan, Martha F Hartz
1Department of Emergency Medicine, Division of Pediatric Allergy, Immunology, and Pulmonology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA. campbell.ronna@mayo.edu
Abstract:
Epinephrine is crucial in the treatment of anaphylaxis. As anaphylaxis frequently occurs in nonmedical settings, use of an epinephrine auto-injector is vital for prompt management. This article provides an overview of the increasing number of epinephrine auto-injector prescriptions and the underlying causes and contributing factors to these rising prescriptions. It also reviews the current indications for prescription of an epinephrine auto-injector, proper use of epinephrine auto-injectors, and the management of unintentional epinephrine injections.
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