Uses
What the official label says Epinephrine is used for
The FDA label for Epinephrine states:
For the temporary relief of abominal pain, weakness, fatigue, occasional headache, or anxiousness due to sensitivity to phenolic compounds found in foods or other products.*
Purpose (from the over-the-counter label): *Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated.
Read the label's “Indications and usage” section (verbatim)
For the temporary relief of abominal pain, weakness, fatigue, occasional headache, or anxiousness due to sensitivity to phenolic compounds found in foods or other products.*
Names & forms
Brand names, forms and strengths
Brand names (from RxNorm; not every brand is still sold): Auvi-Q, Epipen.
Generic name: epinephrine · RxNorm ID (RxCUI): 3992
| Form | Strengths listed in RxNorm |
|---|---|
| Auto-Injector | 0.5 MG/ML, 1 MG/ML |
Strengths are listed so you can recognise a product — not as dosing information. Only your prescriber can decide what is right for you.
Appearance
What Epinephrine looks like
The DailyMed product data we retrieved does not include colour or shape details for Epinephrine. Appearance varies by manufacturer — your pharmacist can confirm what yours should look like.
Safety
Important warnings for Epinephrine
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away. Keep out of the reach of children. If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a healthcare professional before use.
Warnings and precautions (verbatim excerpt)
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away. Keep out of the reach of children. If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a healthcare professional before use.
This is not a complete list of warnings or side effects. Read the full label and talk to your prescriber or pharmacist. To report a side effect to the FDA, use MedWatch.
Resources
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