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Since epipen (epinephrine) can temporary relax the air way, can epipen (epinephrine) used for asthma attack in emergency situations when no asthma medication available?

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Dr. Sunil Mehra answered

Specializes in Pulmonology

Yes it can: Absolutely, it is life saving in case of emergency.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Yes: Theoretically yes, an Epinephrine shot would work, but the use of inhaled beta adrenergics (albuterol) is preferred.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Yes if severe: You can use an epi-pen in an emergent situation if you have severe difficulty.Getting air into your lungs, and/or you are unable to get emergency care quickly. It should be used if you have no other options.

Answered 12/12/2016

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