Emerade
Emerade is an adrenaline autoinjector used for the emergency treatment of severe, life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).
Form
injektioneste, liuos, esitäytetty kynä
Strength
500 mikrog
Active Ingredient
Adrenaline tartrate
Manufacturer
Bausch Health Ireland Limited
How to Use
Dosage
For adults under 60 kg, the usual dose is 300 micrograms; for adults over 60 kg, it's 300-500 micrograms. Children weighing 15-30 kg should take 150 micrograms, and children over 30 kg should take 300 micrograms.
Method
Administer Emerade into the outer thigh at a 90-degree angle. Press firmly until you hear a click, hold for 5 seconds, then remove and gently massage the injection site. It can be given through clothing, but never into the buttocks.
Important
If symptoms don't improve or worsen within 5-15 minutes after the first injection, a second dose may be needed. Always carry two Emerade pens.
Possible Side Effects
RARE
- •Heart problems (irregular or fast heartbeat, chest pain)
- •High blood pressure, narrowing of blood vessels
- •Sweating
- •Nausea, vomiting
- •Breathing difficulties
- •Headache, dizziness
- •Weakness, trembling
- •Anxiety, hallucinations
- •Fainting
- •Changes in blood values (increased blood sugar, decreased potassium, increased acidity)
Important Warnings
- If you accidentally inject Emerade into your hands or feet, seek immediate medical help.
- Do not use Emerade on children weighing less than 15 kg.
- Always seek immediate medical attention after using Emerade, even if you feel better.
- Call emergency services (112) and state 'anaphylaxis' even if your symptoms start to improve. You will need to be monitored in a hospital.
- Lie down with your feet raised while waiting for an ambulance. If this causes breathing difficulties, sit up. Place unconscious patients on their side.
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- If you are pregnant, do not hesitate to use Emerade in an emergency, as your life may be at risk.