How To Use An EpiPen?

Remove the EpiPen from its carrier tube

Hold it in your fist with the orange tip pointing downward

Remove the blue safety cap

Place the orange tip against the outer middle of the thigh

You may inject through clothing if needed

Push firmly until it clicks

Hold it in place for 3 seconds

Remove the EpiPen from the thigh

Massage the injection area for 10 seconds

Call emergency services immediately

Use a second EpiPen if symptoms continue or return and a second dose is prescribed

Seek emergency medical care after use

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