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The people on this thread need to stop prescribing epi-pens.
~~Yes. While you may be fine and recover, it can also cause arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat) and cardiovascular collapse. Epi Pens are lifesaving for those in anaphylaxis/shock, who will die without it. But they can also be deadly themselves if used unnecessarily, especially in high risk populations (young children, those with heart disease, hyperthyroidism, etc.). If you accidentally (or intentionally) used an Epi Pen when not indicated, you are advised to go immediately to the ER. The exception to all of this avoidance warning is if you have anaphylaxis and are not 100% sure if you are having a reaction, but think you may be. In this case, you always err on the side of caution and use your Epi Pen sooner rather than wait to see what happens. Then call 911. In this case, it is always indicated to use your Epi Pen, even if it turns out you were NOT having a reaction, but there was reason to think you were. Do not play with Epi Pens, they are medicine, not toys.
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080930040815AAhfaGj
Doctors will sometimes prescribe pens without the patient fully aware of the dangers.
People will sometimes use the pens because someone said it was a good idea and will have a bad reaction or worse, die.
If a pen is used it should be on the way to the emergency room.
If you can't take a little itching from a sting you should not attempt to keep bees.
I may sound harsh but these pens can be a matter of life and death and those of you promoting them should be responsible for your actions.