Epinephrine Tips from Pharmacists

• Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don’t understand how or when to use the automatic injection device.

• Always carry two doses of epinephrine injection with you. Call 911 or emergency services after you have injected the medicine.

• Only inject epinephrine in the middle or outer thigh. Do not inject this medicine into the buttocks, hand, foot, or any other part of the body. You can give the injection through clothing, if necessary.

• When giving a young child an epinephrine injection, hold their leg still to prevent movement during the treatment.

• Store epinephrine at room temperature and protect it from light.