Anaphylaxis triggers
Triggers, also known as allergens, are normally harmless substances that may cause anaphylaxis in some people. They include:
Food, insect bites and stings, and medicines are generally more common types of triggers than latex and exercise. In some cases, the cause cannot be identified.
When a person is exposed to a trigger, anaphylaxis usually occurs within 20 minutes to two hours, so emergency treatment is vital. Adrenaline is first-line medication.
FOOD MAY CONTAIN ALLERGENS
TREATING ANAPHYLAXIS WITH ADRENALINE
Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency that requires an immediate injection of adrenaline. Learn why being prepared is essential and how ANAPEN® 500 could help.
Anaphylaxis can happen without warning. If you are at risk of anaphylaxis, it is essential to always carry your adrenaline autoinjectors and your individualised ASCIA Action Plan with you.
Why is anaphylaxis unpredictable?
Some factors can lower the threshold for anaphylaxis and may include:
- General health at the time
the food was eaten - Medication/Drug use
- Alcohol
- Exercise
Moderate to severe anaphylaxis is more likely in people who have other medical conditions, such as:
- Heart disease
- Atopy
- Allergic rhinitis
- Thyroid disease
- Asthma
- Type 2 diabetes
Which dose of adrenaline is right for you?
In Australia, adrenaline autoinjectors are available in two dose strengths for adults:
300mcg
OR
500mcg
DID YOU KNOW?
In a recent Australian study, more than 40% of anaphylaxis patients needed additional doses of adrenaline when in hospital emergency1*
The Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy states that
“A 500 microgram dose can potentially prevent the need for further doses of adrenaline (which is important due to increasing ambulance delays and many people only carrying one device)”2†
ANAPEN® 500 IS THE ONLY AVAILABLE 500mcg ADRENALINE AUTOINJECTOR
Could ANAPEN® 500† be right for you?
Find out if you could benefit from being prepared with ANAPEN® 500.
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