Emerade (Adrenaline tartrate) is a prescription medication used for emergency treatment of severe acute allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) triggered by allergens in food, medicines, and insect bites. Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction that occurs within seconds or minutes of exposure to an allergen. Emerade is also used for exercise-induced or idiopathic anaphylaxis. Emerade is an adrenaline auto-injector for intramuscular administration into the outer thigh. The active ingredient in Emerade is Adrenaline tartrate. Adrenaline tartrate belongs to a class of drugs called sympathomimetic agents. It works by increasing blood flow to counteract the fall of blood pressure in anaphylactic reactions. It also stimulates the heart and facilitates breathing.
Manufacturer Information
We currently offer the brand Emerade from the United Kingdom manufactured by Bausch & Lomb in the strength of 150 mcg, 300 mcg, and 500 mcg auto-injectors. The generic version is not available.
Get medical help immediately if you have any of these signs or an allergic reaction while using Emerade. The most common side effects of Emerade may include the following:
• Breathing difficulty;
• Fainting;
• Headache;
• Nausea;
• Sweating;
• Weakness
Contact your doctor right away if you have any of the severe side effects, including:
• Chest pain;
• Irregular heartbeat
These are not all of the side effects of Emerade. Always contact your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
You should not use Emerade if you are allergic to Adrenaline tartrate or any ingredient in Emerade. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you:
• Are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed;
• Are pregnant or planning to be pregnant;
• Have a tumor on the adrenal gland;
• Have diabetes;
• Have heart disease;
• Have high blood pressure;
• Have hypercalcemia;
• Have hyperthyroidism;
• Have low potassium levels in your blood;
• Have prostate disease
Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be drug interactions between Emerade and antidepressants or medicines for treating heart disease, nervous system disorders, Parkinson’s disease, etc. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. It is not known if Emerade will harm a fetus. Your doctor may recommend Emerade in pregnancy in emergencies because your life can be in danger. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. You can breastfeed after you have used Emerade. Use Emerade precisely as prescribed by your doctor. It is recommended that your family members, carers, or teachers also know the correct use of Emerade. Use this drug immediately if you notice signs of an acute allergic reaction. Always carry two auto-injectors with you at all times. Emerade should be given as an injection in the outer thigh. The drug can be administered through clothing. This drug should not be injected into the buttock. Remove the cap and place the Emerade against the outer side of the thigh at a 90-degree angle. Press the auto-injector firmly so that the needle cover is depressed. You will hear a click when the device has activated, and the needle has penetrated the thigh. Hold Emerade fully pressed against the thigh for 5 seconds. Lightly massage the injection site afterward. If your symptoms do not improve within 5-15 minutes after the first injection, administer the second one. You will need to go to the hospital for observation and further treatment. While waiting for an ambulance, lie down with your feet raised unless it makes you breathless. Unconscious patients should be placed on their side in the recovery position. Take the used pen with you. Store Emerade in the plastic protective case provided. Store below 250C. Do not freeze.