EPIsnap and Paraplatin

• Generic Name: epinephrine
• Dosage Forms: convenience kit injection
• 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.

EPIsnap 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.

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

• Generic Name: carboplatin
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Paraplatin, CARBOplatin Novaplus

Paraplatin (carboplatin) is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.

Paraplatin is used together with other cancer medications to treat ovarian cancer.

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