Treatments for Anaphylaxis

People suffering from anaphylaxis need immediate medical care. Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency that require resuscitation measures like increased air passage (airway management), large volumes of intravenous fluids, supplemental oxygen, and constant monitoring. Even if the patient's condition has been stabilized and no longer hospitalization, a period of in hospital observation is still recommended due to the concerns of biphasic anaphylaxis-- a condition where anaphylaxis has already been resolved but then recurs later without even further exposure to the trigger.

 The administration of epinephrine (adrenaline) is the most effective and popular treatment together with steroids and antihistamines often used as adjuncts.  Epinephrine is considered the safest and most effective treatment, and it does not interact with other drugs. Epinephrine helps clear the airway and increases blood pressure, and can be life-saving. Epinephrine can be self-administered. A person prescribed to use it has to be trained by his doctor first. Children can also be trained but it is recommended that, at least, one other family member knows how to administer it as well.

Another important part of the treatment for anaphylaxis is intravenous fluids. Anaphylaxis can often lead to massive loss of intravascular fluids. Only through the administration of vital fluid intravenously can effectively do this.