Fast, Reliable Care for Severe Allergies
At AMAE Clinic, we understand the importance of having immediate access to life-saving treatments for severe allergic reactions. Our anaphylaxis treatment service provides quick and convenient access to adrenaline pens, ensuring you’re always prepared for emergencies.
What Is Anaphylaxis?
Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that requires immediate treatment with injectable adrenaline. Common triggers include:
- Foods like peanuts, shellfish, and eggs.
- Insect stings or bites.
- Certain medications.
Symptoms of anaphylaxis include:
- Difficulty breathing.
- Swelling of the throat or tongue.
- Rapid or weak pulse.
- Severe hives or rash.
Emergency Treatments We Provide
Adrenaline Pens
- How They Work: Injectable adrenaline rapidly reduces swelling, improves breathing, and restores blood pressure during an allergic reaction.
- Use: Patients must know how to self-administer or assist someone with the injection in an emergency.
Included Services ✅
- Prescription for a previously prescribed adrenaline pen. ✅
- Patients aged 17 years or older. ✅
- Review of a consultant’s letter with allergy details. ✅
- Submission of a photo of the adrenaline pen box, including:
- Patient’s name.
- Date of birth.
- Pharmacy details. ✅
- Confidence and training in adrenaline pen use. ✅
- Recognition of the signs and symptoms of a severe allergic reaction. ✅
Excluded Services ❌
- Patients who have never been prescribed an adrenaline pen. ❌
- Patients who haven’t used or had access to an adrenaline pen for some time. ❌
- Requests to switch brands of adrenaline pens. ❌
- Individuals who are not confident with adrenaline pen use or injection technique. ❌
- Lack of proof of a prior prescription for an adrenaline pen. ❌
This separation ensures clarity on eligibility for the service. Let me know if there’s anything else! 😊
How It Works
✨ Here’s How Our Prescription Service Works from the Comfort of Your Home ✨
Requesting a prescription with Amae Clinic is quick, secure, and easy. 🏡💻
Step 1:
Upload Your Documents
Provide proof of your previous prescription, including a consultant’s letter and a photo of your adrenaline pen box.
Step 2:
Medical Review by a Doctor
An Irish-registered doctor will carefully review your details to ensure that this treatment is safe and suitable for you. If additional information is needed, the doctor will contact you via your secure patient account.
Step 3:
Receive Your Prescription
Once approved, your prescription will be sent directly to an Irish pharmacy of your choice via secure Healthmail.
Anaphylaxis Treatment Information
Quick and Reliable Care for Severe Allergies
At AMAE Clinic, we offer fast and professional prescriptions for adrenaline pens, ensuring you’re always prepared to manage anaphylactic emergencies effectively and safely.
This service is suitable for you if you:
✅ Are aged 17 years or older.
✅ Have been diagnosed with severe allergy or anaphylaxis by a doctor.
✅ Require a prescription for an adrenaline pen and can provide proof of a previous prescription, such as:
- A consultant’s letter with details of your allergy.
- A photo of your adrenaline pen box showing your name, date of birth, and pharmacy details.
✅ Are confident and trained in using an adrenaline pen.
✅ Understand the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis.
This service is not suitable if you:
❌ Are under 17 years of age.
❌ Are requesting a prescription for someone else.
❌ Have never been prescribed an adrenaline pen before.
❌ Have not had or used an adrenaline pen for a significant amount of time.
❌ Want to switch to a different brand of adrenaline pen.
❌ Are unsure how to use an adrenaline pen.
❌ Do not recognize the signs of a severe allergic reaction.
Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction caused by the immune system overreacting to an allergen. It typically begins within seconds or minutes of exposure and can escalate quickly.
Common Symptoms:
- Swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat.
- Itchy, raised rash (hives).
- Wheezing or difficulty breathing.
- Rapid heartbeat.
- Fainting or collapsing due to low blood pressure.
Triggers of anaphylaxis include:
- Foods: Nuts, shellfish, eggs.
- Medications: Antibiotics, NSAIDs (e.g., aspirin).
- Insect stings: Bees, wasps, ants.
- Medical substances: Anesthetics, contrast dyes.
- Latex: Rubber gloves, balloons.
In some cases, no specific trigger is identified; this is known as Idiopathic Anaphylaxis.
Immediate treatment involves an injection of adrenaline using a pre-filled adrenaline pen. Adrenaline works to:
- Reduce swelling.
- Improve breathing.
- Restore blood pressure.
If symptoms persist or worsen after the first dose, a second injection may be needed. Always call 999 or 112 for an ambulance after administering adrenaline, even if symptoms improve.
We can prescribe adrenaline pens for individuals who meet our clinical criteria.
Adrenaline Pen Brands Available in Ireland:
- EpiPen®
- Jext®
- Emerade®
Note: You should request the brand you are already trained to use, as operational differences exist between pens.
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- Identify Triggers: Seek specialist assessment to understand your allergies.
- Avoid Allergens: Check food labels and avoid risky environments.
- Educate Others: Inform family, friends, and colleagues about your allergy and train them to help in an emergency.
- Carry Two Adrenaline Pens: Ensure they are in-date and stored properly.
- Wear a Medical Bracelet: Alert others to your condition in case of emergency.
- Administer Adrenaline: Inject into the thigh muscle immediately.
- Call 999 or 112: Request an ambulance and explain the situation.
- Remove the Allergen: For example, remove a bee stinger or spit out food.
- Position the Person:
- Lay them flat and raise their legs unless they’re having difficulty breathing (then sit them up slightly).
- Pregnant individuals should lie on their left side.
- Repeat Adrenaline: If symptoms don’t improve after 5 minutes and a second pen is available.
- Ensure you are trained in using your adrenaline pen.
- Always check the expiry dates on your pens and replace them as needed.
- If you use an adrenaline pen, ALWAYS call an ambulance for medical assessment, even if symptoms improve.
Why Choose AMAE Clinic?
- ✨ Expert Care: Irish Medical Council-registered doctors review all prescriptions for safety.
- 💻 Convenient Access: Avoid waiting rooms and manage your prescriptions online.
- 💡 Reliable Service: Providing life-saving adrenaline pens quickly and efficiently.
- 🔒 Secure & Confidential: Your health information is always protected.
Who Is This Service Suitable For?
This service is ideal if you:
✅ Are aged 17 years or older.
✅ Have been diagnosed with severe allergies/anaphylaxis by a doctor.
✅ Require a prescription for a replacement adrenaline pen.
✅ Can provide proof of your previous adrenaline pen, such as:
- A consultant’s letter detailing your allergy.
- A photo of your adrenaline pen box with your name, date of birth, and pharmacy details.
✅ Are confident and trained in the use of adrenaline pens.
✅ Recognize the signs and symptoms of a severe allergic attack.
Who Is This Service Not Suitable For?
This service is not suitable if you:
❌ Have never been prescribed an adrenaline pen before.
❌ Have not used or had an adrenaline pen for a significant amount of time.
❌ Wish to change to a different brand of adrenaline pen.
❌ Are not confident with the injection technique for your adrenaline pen.