Four sound reasons to always carry TWO shots of epinephrine.

Did you know that physicians recommend two shots of epinephrine be carried at all times?

This is not because the pharmaceutical companies tell them to say that. It’s because two auto-injectors are truly a must-have for any person with severe allergies and could make the difference between life and death.

If you’re wondering why, here are four situations to consider:

1. Emergencies involving our children always cause panic, no matter how calm we try to be. Don’t find yourself in a situation where you miss your target (your child’s outer thigh) due to being nervous, and don’t have a backup injector.
2. With anything in life, there’s always a possibility your auto-injector won’t work due to some sort of malfunction. Be prepared in the event yours happens to be one of the very few.
3. There’s a chance symptoms may return after a first dose of epinephrine, meaning your child will need more. This is called biphasic anaphylaxis, and it happens in up to 20% of episodes.
4. The amazing effects of epinephrine may wear off after just 10-20 minutes following injection. If your hospital isn’t within that short of driving time, make sure you have a backup while you’re seeking medical care.

The bottom line is that no one should find themselves in any of these situations without an extra dose of epinephrine, so be sure to have two in reach of your child at all times. It will provide the best line of defense in the event of a severe allergic reaction and help you protect your kid as best as you can before getting expert medical attention.

All the best,

Iris

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