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Epinephrine in anaphylaxis: too little, too late
Jay Adam Lieberman1, Julie Wang2
1Division of Allergy & Immunology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, LeBonheur Children's Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee.
Purpose Of Review:
Epinephrine is the agreed-upon first line treatment for anaphylaxis, yet it continues to be underused by patients/caregivers and providers alike.
Recent Findings:
There are unfortunately limited data on how epinephrine can best be utilized in anaphylaxis, which hinders how best to inform patients and providers. Studies reporting underuse suggest various barriers and themes on why this may happen.
Summary:
Continued education of patients, caregivers, and providers is needed; however, is not likely to be enough to close the gap. Thus, novel studies on how to increase use; increase availability in a cost-effective manner; and newer, effective delivery routes are still needed.
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