EpiPen JR (Epinephrine Auto Injector)

Both EpiPen® and EpiPen Jr® are single-use injectable devices that deliver a fixed dose of epinephrine. Your healthcare provider will decide which dose is appropriate for you.

Possible side effects
Like all medicines, EpiPen® may cause side effects.

Side effects may include paleness, dizziness, weakness, shaking, headache, throbbing, restlessness, anxiety, tenseness, and fear.

Stop taking EpiPen® and get immediate medical help if you experience serious side effects such as: difficulty breathing, increased heart rate (pounding heart), irregular or skipped heart beats, chest pain (also called angina), and stroke (symptoms include blurred vision, difficulty speaking, headache, dizziness, and weakness).

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you experience any unexpected side effects while taking EpiPen® or EpiPen Jr®.

How to store EpiPen®
Storing your EpiPen® Auto-Injector properly can help keep it effective and ready to use in the event of a severe allergic reaction.

When storing EpiPen®, follow these recommendations:
Keep your EpiPen® Auto-Injector at room temperature
Do not expose to direct sunlight
Do not refrigerate or freeze
Do not keep EpiPen® in a vehicle during extremely hot or cold weather
Keep your EpiPen® Auto-Injector in its carrier tube to protect it from damage; but remember, the carrier tube is not waterproof
Keep the blue safety cap, which helps prevent accidental injection, on until you need to use EpiPen®
Do not drop
Do not keep folded paper instructions or any other objects in the carrier tube with EpiPen®; they may prevent you from retrieving your auto-injector quickly in a severe allergic emergency
Occasionally inspect the EpiPen® solution through the viewing window.
The solution should always be clear.

Replace your EpiPen® Auto-Injector if you see:
Discoloured or brown solution
Solid particles (also called precipitate)
Any signs of leakage or damage to the carrier
Ask your pharmacist or physician about how to properly dispose of an EpiPen® Auto-Injector that’s discoloured, used, or expired. Never try taking the auto-injector apart.