Eppy Pens as Effective Treatment for Adverse Bee Sting Reactions

Severe allergic reactions to bee sting can cause c, which normally requires eppy pens or epinephrine. Anaphylaxis or anaphylactic shock is an adverse and deadly allergic reaction that can shut off the airways or lower a blood pressure to a fatal level. Anaphylaxis happens when individuals are exposed to an allergen to which they are allergic to. The real danger with this condition lies in its nature to affect negatively multiple organs at once such as the upper and lower respiratory tracts, gastrointestinal tract, and cardiovascular system. This disorder needs immediate medical attention, and should not be ignored. Children with any form of allergy must be taught to report right away if they are stung by bees.

The only effective counter to the effects of anaphylaxis today is epinephrine, also known as eppy pen. Epinephrine helps clear the airways, normalizes or increases the blood pressure, and may be life-saving. The usual recommended dose is 500 µg (or 0.5 mL adrenaline injection 1 in 1000) given through injection. For people trained to inject themselves, the suggested dose is 300 µg. This dose can be repeated, depending on the blood pressure, pulse and respiratory function. It can also be administered intravenously. An epinephrine autoinjector is usually provided for self-prescription.