#epi-pen

[shanie]

DEAR USERS OF TUMBLR

I have an important piece of info DIRECT from an EMT regarding usage of an epi-pen in the case of an anaphylactic shock level allergic reaction.

The fact tossed around that "If you administer an epi-pen, you MUST rush the person to the hospital immediately afterwards" IS A MYTH.

If you or someone nearby is experiencing an allergic reaction that can or is resulting in anaphylactic shock, HIT THE EPI-PEN IMMEDIATELY.

*REGARDLESS* of if you have the means to go to the hospital!!!

It's actually a misconception that goes around that an epi-pen can hurt a person MORE if administered without the followthrough and, IN FACT, it is very possible to administer it and not NEED to go to the hospital.

YOU SHOULD go to the hospital. It is ALWAYS important to go... if you have the ability!

But there is a misconception I have seen that epinephrine administered for an extreme allergic reaction can kill the person if used WITHOUT the follow up at the hospital.

Direct from EMT:

Not using the Epipen IMMIEDATLY upon need will be the thing that kills you. NOT the epi-pen itself. The follow up is to make sure you don't cycle back into the shock after using the epi-pen.

So please USE THE EPI PENS GUYS

That thing of "An Epi-pen injection can kill a person if used without immediately rushing them to the hospital" is telling it wrong. The need for follow-through is because anaphylactic shock can CYCLE for DAYS after the initial event. You need to get into med-managed treatment to prevent the relapse as the allergens leave your system. But if there is no immediate way to get to the hospital?

Inject the pen Call 911

They will get you where you need to be AFTER the medicine is in your system. This has been a public service announcement from someone who just had a stern lecture from a kind EMT that was frustrated about why I was holding the Epipen and not USING it as I was drowning on dry land.

[idyllghost]

Lowkey would think it’d be so funny if I got a tattoo on my outer thigh that’s just a circle that says “inject epipen here”

[raventhekittycat]

Reminder for Epi-Pen users, even if you never seem to need it:

Go check right now and make sure you know where you're epi-pens are and that they're still usable.

[lauralot89]

I’ve seen a lot of posts on here about how to use the Epi-Pen, but none about the Auvi-Q, which is the same thing but much cheaper (I think mine was 25 USD for two injectors and the trainer?).

Note: I forgot to mention that the Auvi-Q can be red, blue, white, or lavender depending on the dosage.

Video Transcript:

Lauralot: So this is a video on how to use the Auvi-Q.  It’s another version of the Epi-Pen.  This one can speak: It has voice instructions, but if they’re not working, it’s still really simple to use and the instructions are written on it.  The red is the real shot, but it also comes with the gray training version that you use to practice so you know how it works.  And you start by pulling it out of this case.

*removes case*

Auvi-Q Trainer: This trainer contains no needle or drug and is for training purposes only.  Do not use this trainer during an allergic emergency. 

*trainer beeps*

Auvi-Q Trainer: If you are ready to use, pull red safety guard down and off of this trainer.

*removes safety guard*

Auvi-Q Trainer: Place black end against outer thigh, then push firmly until you hear a hiss and click sound, and hold in place for two seconds

*pushes trainer against thigh*

*hiss, click*

Auvi-Q Trainer: Two, one.

*trainer beeps*

Auvi-Q Trainer: Training complete.  This trainer may be reused for training purposes.  Replace the red safety guard and gray outer case.

*replaces safety guard*

Auvi-Q Trainer:  This trainer may be reused for training purposes.  Replace the red safe-

*audio instructions stop when gray case is put back on*

[avoidfish]

My friend and I went to a food festival and on the way home she said “wow I wish I could brush my teeth right now” so I told her to look in my glove compartment which I have stuffed to the brim of any possible medicine I could ever need which included tiny disposable toothbrushes with a ball of toothpaste and she looked at me like I just gave her an ancient treasure map

[omg-snakes-also]

I know that you probably won't listen to me because of the cost, but if you intend to continue being exposed to roaches you should really keep an epi-pen on you. It's likely that your allergy won't worsen, but the science behind what determines an allergy's severity isn't totally understood and any allergy that significantly affects the throat has the ability to become a medical emergency, and your throat could close up again unexpectedly. Please carry and learn to use an epi!

Hello friend,

Thank you for being so considerate and caring, seriously. Like, you don’t even know me and here you’re reaching out with legitimate concern for my health and well-being, and that’s a rare and valuable trait in a fellow human. You are very kind and I am very appreciative.

I have similarly considered this and I agree with your assessment that emergency first aid is probably a smart thing to have around. While I’m not sure I’d undertake the cost of an epi-pen if it were just me, my roommate has a very severe bee venom allergy so we do have an epi-pen in the house and I know how to use it, though I hope this knowledge never becomes necessary.

Thank you again for your concern and for your message. :)

[hepbaestus]

How to use an epi-pen

This is not my tiktok but I've found that a lot of people don't know how to use an epi-pen. This tiktok gives you a clear step-by-step guide on how to use and a way to remember which way to use one. Link to original creator down below the video.

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMFA8TX1b/ here's the tiktok link

[talkfastromance4]

So my epi-pen expired and I had to refill it right. Well even WITH insurance I still have to pay $300 for it so insurance only covered like 60 some dollars. I found coupons but then I texted my cousin who’s a nurse if I could use both coupons and she sent me a website that gave me a savings card and it will save me $300!! I’m so thankful because I don’t want to put that on my credit card because I’m doing so well paying it down, but I also need an epi-pen in case I need it but like. That is so much and it expires so quickly.