Anaphylaxis Treatment
Can this condition be treated? What Anaphylaxis treatment options are available? Learn more below about the current treatments available to patients.
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How to Treat Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency that requires immediate medical treatment, including:
- Epinephrine (adrenaline) injection-makes blood vessels constrict, relaxes the airway, stops itching and hives, and relieves gastrointestinal cramping
- Other medications-corticosteroids and/or antihistamines may be given after the epinephrine to decrease inflammation and improve breathing.
- Bronchodilators-to improve breathing
- Intravenous fluids
- Oxygen
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)-may be necessary in severe cases when anaphylaxis leads to cardiovascular collapse. Severe anaphylaxis may require mechanical ventilation until swelling is brought under control.
If you are diagnosed with anaphylaxis, follow your doctor's instructions.
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