BeneFIX and EpiPen

• Generic Name: coagulation factor ix
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Alphanine SD, Alprolix, BeneFIX, Idelvion, Ixinity, Mononine, Rebinyn, Rixubis, BeneFIX 250 Int'l Units, BeneFIX

BeneFIX is a man-made protein similar to a natural protein in the body that helps the blood to clot.

BeneFIX is used to treat or prevent bleeding in people with hemophilia B. This medication is not for treating people with hemophilia A factor VIII deficiency.

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

• Generic Name: epinephrine
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Adrenaclick, Adrenalin, Auvi-Q, EpiPen, Twinject, EPIsnap, Epinephrinesnap-EMS, EpiPen 2-Pak, EpiPen JR 2-Pak, Symjepi, Auvi-Q Auto-injector, Primatene Mist Inhaler, Primatene Mist

EpiPen is an injection containing 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.

EpiPen 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.

EpiPen may be kept on hand for self-injection by a person with a history of an severe allergic reaction.