Epinephrine And Anaphylaxis
Health Encyclopedia: Anaphylaxis
Anaphylactic reaction; Anaphylactic shock; Shock - anaphylactic
Prevention
Avoid known allergens. Any person experiencing an allergic reaction should be monitored, although monitoring may be done at home in mild cases.
Occasionally, people who have a history of drug allergies may safely be given the offending medication after pretreatment with corticosteroids (prednisone) and antihistamines (diphenhydramine).
People who have a history of a...
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Expert & Community Posts
Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine -- You've Got to Get It Right
By Sloane Miller , Health ExpertI attended a session at the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology conference in... Read more »
Allergic Shock & Asthma - A Potentially Deadly Combination
By Kathi MacNaughton , Health Expert...about allergic shock, also known as anaphylaxis or anaphylactic shock. This is an especially... Read more »
The Future of Epinephrine Delivery
By Sloane Miller , Health ExpertAfter attending the AAAAI conference in the spring, the vital importance of epinephrine as the... Read more »
"Everyone's Gone Nuts" -- A doctor responds to the Harper's Magazine article
By Sloane Miller , Health Expert...patently wrong (exaggerated numbers of deaths from anaphylactic shock). I turned to a friend... Read more »
Preparing for the Worst: Is Your Child Ready for an Anaphylaxis Event at School?
By Kathleen MacNaughton , Health ExpertWhat if the worst possible thing were to happen to your child when he or she is out of your sight... Read more »
Health Guide
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The top 10 states are: Connecticut New Jersey Vermont Rhode Island Massachusetts WashingtonMaryland New Mexico New York West Virginia Nine of the top 10 states have state laws... Read more »Anaphylaxis
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...or sulfa. These reactions can range from mild skin rashes to rare but severe, even life-threatening anaphylactic shock.Certain drugs, including some over-the-counter medications, interact with... Read more »Images
Medications
This medication is an antihistamine that treats symptoms such as itching, runny nose, watery eyes,... Read more »
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