What Is Anaphylaxis?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
5. Treatment
Adrenaline or epinephrine is the treatment of choice. Therefore, if you have a known allergy, and get an attack, use epinephrine immediately. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) may be used if breathing has stopped or the heart rate has slowed down significantly.
If you need to go to hospital, tell the healthcare provider if you have taken the medication. Cortisone, an antihistaminic medication, or a beta-agonist inhaler acts fast and can also be used. Remember that if you are prone to allergies, it is important that you always have epinephrine with you.
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