Question 1

how effective are epi-pens?

Accepted Answer

Extremely effective: If you are experiencing anaphylaxis, Epinephrine is the drug that will save your life. It is extremely effective and no patient with a life threatening allergy should ever be without an epi pen.

Question 2

can children use medihaler-epi?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: I have reviewed this product information as I have not heard of it. It's inhaled epinephrine which is not currently on the Pediatric asthma protocols. I would not advise it's use at this time.

http://www.drugs.com/pro/medihaler-epi.html

Question 3

why is eecp not widely available?

Accepted Answer

Possible reasons...: Some hospitals have eecp machines and technicians in the U.S.. There may be reasons why not more machines are available. Maybe some cardiologists don't believe the treatments produce much benefit. Perhaps there are not many patients eligible who are also at low risk for complications of eecp. Maybe the possible complications are worrisome. If interested, one can consult his cardiologist.

Question 4

who should not use medihaler-epi?

Accepted Answer

Medihaler-EPI: "The use of isoproterenol in patients with pre-existing cardiac arrhythmias associated with tachycardia is contraindicated because the cardiac stimulant effects of the drug may aggravate such disorders. Medihaler-Iso must not be used by patients with known hypersensitivity to sympathomimetic amines." See:  http://www.drugs.com/pro/medihaler-iso.html

Question 5

how could you train as an eecp operator?

Accepted Answer

Not much: Hi paige --
this is an automated machine -- so it should be pretty simple and self explanatory and anybody can operate it -- but a physician should supervise to make sure that the patient is stable -.

Question 6

what are the effects of taking two epi-pens?

Accepted Answer

Probably minimal: Patients who are allergic to foods or insect stings should carry self-injectable Epinephrine (such as epipen (epinephrine)) to treat severe reactions. Along with the desired effects, some patients experience a nervous feeling, palpitations, and headache with epi, especially if it has to be taken twice. Let your doctor know if you have heart disease, thyroid problems, or if you are pregnant before using epipen (epinephrine).

Question 7

how do i edit a question that i have posted?

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Only if unanswered: One can edit her question only if it has not been answered. If there is a link from an email from HealthTap, one can follow that link to go edit the question. If an unanswered question appears under one's Activity page or Activity screen, one can click on the question there and go to edit the question. Otherwise, the question is not editable, but a person can submit a new correct question.

Question 8

who performs the eecp procedure and where is it performed?

Accepted Answer

A technician: Usually a technician under the auspices of a cardiologist.  Not all cardiologist have eecp access and some do not believe it offers any benefit.  However, patients have reported subjective improvement in symptoms and the fda has approved the device for refractory angina.

Question 9

is there a type of ecig that is suggested over other ones health wise?

Accepted Answer

All are unnecessary: There is no good reason to go near e-cigs, as they are not necessary for living a normal, natural, happy life.  If there is peer pressure to join this fad, it would be better to look for new peers.

Question 10

since there is a shortage on lido with epi, can i mix lido with epi 1:1000 for procedures?

Accepted Answer

Definitely: I know many surgeons who require the scrub team to do just that for all the cases to make sure the epi is "fresh".

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