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When it comes to managing severe allergic reactions, knowledge and being prepared is key. Anaphylaxis is a rapid and potentially life-threatening allergic response triggered by various factors, such as foods, insect stings, medications, and more.1 Knowing when and how to use your EpiPen® Auto-injector is very important. EpiPen, which contains adrenaline, is recommended as a first-line treatment for anaphylaxis. 2
EpiPen is now funded3
Good news – if you're someone who could have a serious allergic reaction, you may now qualify in getting up to two EpiPen Auto-injectors for free.*
Why Two EpiPen Auto-Injectors? 4
Having two EpiPen Auto-Injectors is vital for your safety in case of severe allergic reactions, as anaphylaxis can escalate quickly. Sometimes, one dose may not be enough, and delays in medical assistance could occur, making the second EpiPen a potential lifesaver. For children at school or childcare, it allows one EpiPen to be with them at all times. For older children and adults, having two injectors ensures readiness for emergencies and possible ambulance delays, where a second dose might be needed.
MyEpiPen.co.nz
Register your EpiPen Auto-Injectors at myepipen.co.nz to get free expiry reminders. The website offers a wealth of information and resources about EpiPen, including anaphylaxis details and instructions on EpiPen usage.
*Excludes any and all pharmacy or doctor fees.
References
1. ASCIA. Anaphylaxis. Available at: https://www.allergy.org.au/patients/about-allergy/anaphylaxis. Accessed November 2023. 2. ASCIA. Adrenaline (Epinephrine) Injector Prescription. https://www.allergy.org.au/images/stories/anaphylaxis/2023/ASCIA_HP_Guidelines_Adrenaline_Injector_Prescrip tion_2023.pdf Accessed November 2023. 3. The Pharmaceutical Management Agency. Available at www.pharmac.govt.nz. Accessed November 2023. 4. ASCIA. Adrenaline (Epinephrine) Injectors Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). 2023. Retrieved from: https://www.allergy.org.au/ Accessed November 2023
EPIPEN® (adrenaline 300 mcg/0.3 mL) & EpiPen® Jr (adrenaline 150 mcg /0.3 mL) Auto-Injectors. Restricted Medicines. Your pharmacist’s advice is required. For the immediate emergency treatment of a severe allergic reaction (also known as anaphylaxis). Always read the label. Use only as directed. EPIPEN® is not a substitute for emergency medical/hospital care. Call 111 immediately after administering EPIPEN®. If symptoms persist see your doctor. Epipen is a fully funded medicine subject to Special Authority and meeting the eligibility criteria. Consumer Medicine Information is available at www.medsafe.govt.nz. EPIPEN® and MyEpiPen® are Viatris company trade marks, Viatris Limited, Auckland. Copyright© 2023 Viatris Inc. All rights reserved. EPI-2023-0499. TAPS NP20126
