What You Need to Know About EpiPen use

By Rod Brouhard, About.com Guide

Updated December 20, 2008

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Check the expiration date regularly and replace expired EpiPens. When using an EpiPen, there is no rule to check expiration because at that point it doesn't matter. Even if it is expired -- use it if that's all you have.

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• Tell People Where to Find Your EpiPen
• Keep EpiPen in the Case
• Check the Expiration Date Regularly
• Check for Clarity Regularly
• Familiarize Yourself with the EpiPen
• Discard Properly After Use

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