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When Should I Use My Child’s EpiPen?

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

If your child has allergies, watching them experience an allergic reaction can be frightening. Parents of toddlers, especially, have to think quickly—do I use their EpiPen, give them Benadryl, or call 9-1-1? Emily Weis, M.D., Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, Pediatric Allergy/Immunology, explains what signs to look for during an allergic reaction and how to know when to use your child’s EpiPen.

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