Auvi-Q and Covaryx HS

• Generic Name: epinephrine
• Dosage Forms: injection, auto-injector
• Other Brand Names:

  Auvi-Q Auto-injector, Adrenalin, Auvi-Q, Epinephrinesnap-EMS, EpiPen 2-Pak, EpiPen JR 2-Pak, EPIsnap, Symjepi, Primatene Mist Inhaler, Adrenaclick, EpiPen, Twinject, Primatene Mist

Auvi-Q injection contains epinephrine, a chemical that narrows blood vessels and opens airways in the lungs. These effects can reverse severe low blood pressure, wheezing, severe skin itching, hives, and other symptoms of an allergic reaction.

Auvi-Q injection is used to treat severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) to insect stings or bites, foods, drugs, and other allergens. Epinephrine is also used to treat exercise-induced anaphylaxis.

Auvi-Q auto-injectors may be kept on hand for self-injection by a person with a history of an severe allergic reaction. This medicine is for use in adults and children who weigh at least 16.5 pounds (7.5 kilograms).

• Generic Name: esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Covaryx, Covaryx HS, EEMT, EEMT DS, EEMT HS, Essian, Essian HS, Estratest, Estratest HS, Menogen HS, Menogen, Syntest HS, Syntest DS

Esterified estrogens are female sex hormones produced by the ovaries.

Methyltestosterone is a sex hormone that is produced in a man's testicles. Small amounts of testosterone are also produced in a woman's ovaries and adrenal system.

Covaryx HS is a combination medicine used to treat symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes or night sweats. Covaryx HS is usually given only short-term (such as 3 to 6 months).

Covaryx HS may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.