ANAPEN syringe. 300 mcg. adult

ANAPEN WHAT IS AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR?
Anapen a pre-filled syringe of adrenaline in the automatic set device / autoinjector /. He injected a single dose of adrenaline into the muscle.
Adrenaline is a natural hormone that is released during stress. In acute allergic reactions, it improves blood pressure, heart function and reduces swelling.
Anapen is indicated for the successful treatment of acute allergic reactions caused by nuts and other foods, drugs, sting or insect bites and other allergens, and allergic reactions of unknown origin.
 
BEFORE YOU USE ANAPEN
Anapen not use if you are allergic to adrenaline or excipients.
Handle Anapen
This medicinal product is intended for emergency treatment and you should seek immediate medical attention after administration.
You should tell your doctor if you suffer from heart disease, including angina pectoris, hipertirioidizam / overactive thyroid gland / high blood pressure, high levels of potassium and calcium in the blood, abnormal blood circulation, pheochromocytoma, high intraocular pressure, renal disorders, prostate diseases, diabetes.
Repeated local injection can cause skin damage. Accidental injection into a blood vessel can cause a sudden increase in blood pressure. Accidental injection into hands or feet may result in loss of blood around the site of application, due to spasm of the vessels and you must immediately seek medical advice.
 
Pregnancy and lactation
It is unknown whether the administration of adrenaline is no risk to the fetus. A threat to life should not refrain from using Anapen if you are pregnant. Consult a physician. Breastfeeding not expect any effects of adrenaline.

Important information about substances contained in Anapa
Anapen contains sodium metabisulfite which may cause allergic-type reactions in susceptible individuals with a history of asthma.
 
How to use ANAPEN?
Use in adults
The usual dose is 300 μg. In larger patients may need to use more than one injection to reverse the allergic reaction.
In some circumstances a single application of epinephrine may not be sufficient to reverse the symptoms of a severe allergic reaction to these patients can be repeated injection - 10-15 minutes.
Use in children
The recommended dose may be 150 micrograms / Anapen Junior / or 300 micrograms / Anapen / epinephrine.
 
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Common - palpitations, rapid or irregular heartbeat, sweating, nausea, vomiting, difficulty breathing, dizziness, weakness, headache, fear,
Less common - hallucinations, loss of consciousness, dilated pupils, difficulty urinating, high blood pressure.
 
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The active substance is adrenaline 300 micrograms in 0.3 ml
Anapen  contains sodium metabisulfite, sodium chloride, hydrochloric acid, water for injections.