EpiPen 2-Pak and Uvadex injection

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

Epinephrine is 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 2-Pak is used to treat severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) to insect stings or bites, foods, drugs, and other allergens.

Epinephrine auto-injectors may be kept on hand for self-injection by a person with a history of severe allergic reaction.

Epinephrine is also used to treat exercise-induced anaphylaxis, or to treat low blood pressure that is caused by septic shock.

EpiPen 2-Pak may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: methoxsalen
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Uvadex, 8-Mop, Oxsoralen-Ultra

Uvadex works by enhancing the body's sensitivity to ultraviolet light A (UVA).

Uvadex is used with UVA light therapy to treat skin lesions caused by cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL). This medicine treats only the skin symptoms of CTCL but does not treat lymphoma.

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