When to use your EpiPen®
Auto-Injector
When to use an adrenaline auto-injector (AAI)
If you think you are having an allergic reaction you should use your EpiPen® (adrenaline) Auto-Injector immediately if you experience some or all of the following symptoms:
- Are having trouble breathing
- Feel tightness in the throat
- Feel lightheaded or think they might pass out
- Swelling of lips/eyes/face
- Itch or Rash
If treating a child with an allergic reaction use the auto-injector if the child:
- Is not responding, seems groggy, or passes out during an allergic reaction
- Has food allergies and is vomiting repeatedly shortly after eating, especially if these symptoms are accompanied by flushing or hives
- Is coughing repeatedly during an allergic reaction
- Had previous anaphylaxis and develops widespread hives after possibly eating a trigger food.