Anaphylaxis is unpredictable. When it comes to potentially life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), you need to have a plan. Your plan should include avoiding known allergens, recognizing the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis, having access to two epinephrine auto-injectors at all times and seeking immediate emergency medical care should anaphylaxis occur.

EpiPen^® 0.3 mg and EpiPen Jr^® (epinephrine injection, USP) 0.15 mg Auto-Injectors are for people who have a history of life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) to things like bee stings, peanuts or seafood, or are at increased risk for these reactions. EpiPen^® and EpiPen Jr^® are self-injectable devices (auto-injectors) that contain epinephrine. According to National Food Allergy Guidelines, epinephrine is the first-line treatment for life-threatening allergic reactions. And now you have a choice—EpiPen® Auto-Injector or its authorized generic

EpiPen^® and Mylan’s Authorized Generic for EpiPen^® look and function the same. But other epinephrine auto-injectors do not look and function the same as EpiPen and Mylan's Authorized Generic for Epipen. When picking up your prescription at the pharmacy, check to be sure that a different device was not dispensed and that you leave the pharmacy with the auto-injector your healthcare professional prescribed for you: EpiPen^®, EpiPen Jr^®, or Mylan’s Authorized Generic for EpiPen^® or EpiPen Jr^®.

Learn more about Mylan’s authorized generic for EpiPen® and EpiPen Jr®

If you, your child or someone you're caring for shows signs or symptoms of anaphylaxis, administer EpiPen^® or EpiPen Jr^® Auto-Injector, or their authorized generics, immediately as prescribed and seek emergency medical care.

EpiPen 2-Pak^® and EpiPen Jr 2-Pak^® cartons, as well as their authorized generics, contain two epinephrine auto-injectors (plus one Trainer that does not contain epinephrine or a needle).This follows national food allergy guidelines that recommend people at increased risk for anaphylaxis have two doses of epinephrine available at all times.

EpiPen 2-Pak^®, EpiPen Jr 2-Pak^® and their authorized generics provide a second dose of epinephrine, which might be needed during a life-threatening allergic reaction. One reason is in case of what is called a protracted reaction—where symptoms may persist even after a first dose of epinephrine is administered. Another situation that may require a second dose of epinephrine is called a biphasic reaction—where symptoms may appear to go away but then come back, typically within 8 hours (sometimes up to 72 hours) after the initial allergic reaction.

More than two doses of epinephrine for a single episode should be administered only under direct medical supervision.Talk to your healthcare professional if you need additional cartons of EpiPen 2-Pak^®, EpiPen Jr 2-Pak^® or their authorized generics to keep at work, school or other locations to help you have immediate access to two epinephrine auto-injectors in case of a life-threatening allergic reaction.

Knowing how to correctly use your EpiPen^® or EpiPen Jr^® Auto-Injector, or their authorized generics, is essential, which is why every carton includes a needle-free, epinephrine-free Trainer.Practice with your Trainer and watch our step-by-step video. Also, make sure that anyone who may need to administer EpiPen^® or EpiPen Jr^® Auto-Injector, or their authorized generics, does the same.

• What is an authorized generic?
• Step-by-step instructions and video on how to use your EpiPen^® Auto-Injector or its authorized generic
• Recognize the signs and symptoms of a life-threatening allergic reaction
• The most common side effects of EpiPen^® Auto-Injector and its authorized generic
• Frequently asked questions about EpiPen^® and its authorized generic

*Based on IMS data from 1987-July 2017.