To ensure continued supply of life saving adrenaline, particularly if one brand has stock shortages. Most countries have multiple brands of adrenaline injector devices available, and this is important for the following reasons: Pharmac = Pharmaceutical Management Agency (New Zealand Government) Q 2: Why are multiple brands of adrenaline injectors required?īoth EpiPen ® and Anapen ® devices are widely used in other countries. PBS = Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (Australian Government) Anapen ®- Available in Australia (PBS listed since 2021). EpiPen ® - Available in Australia (PBS listed since 2003) and New Zealand (Pharmac listed from 1 February 2023). Q 1: What adrenaline injectors are available in Australia and New Zealand?ĪSCIA recommends the use of adrenaline (epinephrine) as the first line emergency/first aid treatment for severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) using either of the following two brands of adrenaline injectors: 
For patient or carer support contact Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia or Allergy New Zealand. ASCIA information is based on published literature and expert review, is not influenced by commercial organisations and is not intended to replace medical advice. This document has been developed by ASCIA, the peak professional body of clinical immunology/allergy specialists in Australia and New Zealand. ASCIA PCC Adrenaline Injector FAQ 2023 434.99 KB
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