Treating Anaphylaxis
Adrenaline (Epinephrine) is the first choice for anaphylaxis it works best if it is given within the first few minutes of a severe allergic reaction.
Adrenaline rapidly treats all of the most dangerous symptoms of anaphylaxis, including throat swelling, difficulty breathing, and low blood pressure.
However there are some things you can do to keep away from harm:
- Know what triggers the allergy and avoid these at all times.
- Know how to recognise the symptoms of anaphylaxis.
- Have your treatment(s) available at all times and ensure they are in date.
- Understand how and when to correctly take your medicines.
- Practise with a trainer device.
- Make friends, family and colleagues aware of how to recognise the symptoms of anaphylaxis and how to administer your treatment(s).