What would an EpiPen do to a normal person? Unpacking the Side Effects and Risks
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According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, administering epinephrine to a person who doesn't need it carries far fewer risks than failing to administer it during a life-threatening anaphylactic reaction. However, an unintended EpiPen dose to a normal person will trigger a temporary, intense physical reaction due to the surge of adrenaline.