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EpiPen is an injection that contains epinephrine, a chemical that narrows blood vessels and opens airways in the lungs. EpiPens have become a necessity for families with children suffering from severe allergies to counter effects like wheezing, uneven breathing, increased or decreased heart rate, swelling and other potentially fatal reactions.
Epinephrine is a hormone and a neurotransmitter that's also known as adrenaline. As an injectable medicine, such as EpiPen, epinephrine is used to treat life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) caused by foods, insect bites, and other allergens.The goal of injection is to deliver the epinephrine into muscle tissue.). Do not inject epinephrine into the buttocks or any other part of your body. After using an auto-injector, some epinephrine may still remain in the device. This is typical and doesn't mean you did not receive a full dose.