Epy Kit and Signifor LAR

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

Epinephrine injection 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.

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

• Generic Name: pasireotide
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Signifor, Signifor LAR

Signifor LAR is a man-made protein that is similar to a hormone in the body called somatostatin.

Signifor LAR is used to treat Cushing's disease or acromegaly (endocrine disorders). This medicine is usually given after surgery or other treatments did not work or have stopped working.

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