FDA approves auvi-Q (epinephrine auto injecter)

[SilverLining]

https://www.multivu.com/mnr/57459-sanofi-receives-fda-approval-for-auvi-q-epinephrine-auto-injector

EURONEXT: SAN and NYSE: SNY) announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Auvi-Q (epinephrine injection, USP) for the emergency treatment of life-threatening allergic reactions in people who are at risk for or have a history of anaphylaxis. Auvi-Q is the first-and-only compact epinephrine auto-injector with audio and visual cues that guide patients and caregivers step-by-step through the injection process.

[IowaMom]

I was just getting ready to post this but you beat me to it..thanks!!

[Mfamom]

I'm so excited about this.  Wonder when it will become available?  I signed in to receive updates on availablity etc. 
This is huge, especially for the boys.  My ds is just so sick of carrying around his bag.  He has an ebelt, but hates it with a passion. 
Keeps everything in a drawstring bag and is very good about keeping track of it etc.

[momma2boys]

      So excited!  Hope it doesn't take too long to become available.

[CMdeux]

http://www.marketwatch.com/story/intelliject-inc-receives-fda-approval-for-auvi-qtm-epinephrine-injection-usp-2012-08-13

It is the size and shape of a credit card, the thickness of a cell phone and fits comfortably in a pocket or small purse.

[SilverLining]

I'm  ot sure if they have applied in Canada yet.

My teen son does  not want this.  I doubt my insurance will cover it anyway.

But, I'm still really glad to see it becoming available.  Hopefully once it is available, someone here can post it's cost in comoarison to epi-pen.

[TabiCat]

 

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Every time I read of another teen boy or young man that died without an epi-pen with him I prayed for this device and the epi-key to reach the market.

[Mfamom]

silver, has your ds said why he isn't interested in the product? 
Just curious.  It seems like it will really change things for males who carry epinephrine.  My ds has been asking for years when it will be ready.  Can't wait to tell him when he gets home.

[momtoAidenDeclan]

silver, has your ds said why he isn't interested in the product? 
Just curious.  It seems like it will really change things for males who carry epinephrine.  My ds has been asking for years when it will be ready.  Can't wait to tell him when he gets home.

DS thinks it's pretty cool...psyched about the size...wonder how exactly he'll carry it but it's gotta be less bulky than 2 epis

[Mfamom]

I also wonder about it getting too warm being in a back pocket etc.  just seems like it has to be easier than a full size epi pen or twin ject. 
I also think it means that ds must wear his medical alert bracelet....otherwise, how would someone know where to look for it.  I think his bracelet says carries epinephrine...going to check on that.  Ive been having that thought since he is out and about more and not using his epi belt, but a drawstring bag. 

[TabiCat]

I didn't read all the details. Does anyone know if it is a single dose like an epi-pen or dual like twinject. Just curious caring two might be an issue.

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I also wondered about the heat.

[Mfamom]

single dose

I think they are probably going to recommend a shirt pocket, but still just the size and shape seems like a HUGE improvement

[SilverLining]

silver, has your ds said why he isn't interested in the product? 
Just curious.  It seems like it will really change things for males who carry epinephrine.  My ds has been asking for years when it will be ready.  Can't wait to tell him when he gets home.

First, he rolled his eyes and said "Oh great!  Now I have to learn another new way to use an epi-pen".  (We had temporarily switched from epi to twin.)  Then he said, "Do I have to switch?  It's so small, I'll lose it."  And he has a point.  For young kids, and older kids like him.....smaller might mean lost.

Eventually, I think he will want to switch, and I just hope by then my insurance will cover it.  Ut, for now at least, we'll just let him stay with what he's comfortable with.

Don't get me wrong though....I think this new injector is GREAT and I'm really glad it's finally approved.

[TwoDDs]

Wow!  Just watched the demo film.  I gotta think that care givers are going to LOVE this - the audio cues might be just the extra push to make giving the epi feel less like a solo adventure to those called upon to do so.

[Mfamom]

I keep wondering about the cost....with the voice directions, the light etc.