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Epinephrine Injectable Solution

This medicine is used for the following purposes:

  • allergic reaction
  • asthma attacks
  • heart
  • irregular heart beat
  • local anesthesia
  • low blood pressure
  • severe allergic reaction

Brand Name(s): Adrenalin

Generic Name: EPINEPHrine

Instructions

This medicine is given as an injection into a muscle.

Read and make sure you understand the instructions for measuring dose and using syringe. If you have any questions, talk to your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

Always inspect the medicine before using.

The liquid should be clear and colorless.

Do not use the medicine if it contains any particles or if it has changed color.

Keep medicine at room temperature. Protect from light.

Keep the medicine in its original container.

Never use any medicine that has expired.

Discard any remaining medicine after your dose is given.

Please ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist how to discard unused medicines safely.

Family, friends, and coworkers should all learn how to give this medicine to the patient.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all your medicines. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines.

Check the medicine once a month, and replace it before it expires.

Cautions

After using this medicine, go immediately to the nearest medical emergency room.

It is very important that you always have this medicine with you in case you need to use it. DO NOT leave it at home.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.

Do not use the medication any more than instructed.

Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.

It is unknown if this medicine passes into breast milk. Ask your doctor before breastfeeding.

Ask your pharmacist how to properly throw away used needles or syringes.

Side Effects

The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.

  • agitated feeling or trouble sleeping
  • chest pain
  • dizziness
  • headaches
  • high blood pressure
  • pain, redness, swelling near injection
  • nausea and vomiting
  • nervousness
  • rapid heartbeat
  • sweating

If you have any of the following side effects, you may be getting too much medicine. Please contact your doctor to let them know about these side effects.

  • confusion
  • fainting
  • blurring or changes of vision

Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:

  • red, peeling or blistering skin

Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.

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