Tag: needle length

EpiPens

Editorial: Reasons to Not Accept as Gospel the Current Configurations of...

Numerous studies indicate current auto-injector configurations may be less than optimal to the task of combating anaphylaxis for a significant portion of the population.
Auvi-Q Measure

FDA Approves Auvi-Q with Lower Dose for Infants and Small Children

New variant also has smaller needle size to prevent hitting bone during administration.

Epinephrine Auto-Injector Needles: Long Enough for Heavier Patients?

Needle length is calculated to deliver epinephrine through clothing, skin and subcutaneous fat to the thigh muscle. But are they long enough for obese patients?