Generic Epinephrine Auto-Injector Available to Hospitals, Clinics

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According to Sandoz, the company is working to make its epinephrine 0.3 mg and 0.15 injections available to the retail market, which would enable individuals to obtain this medicine at local pharmacies.

Hospitals and clinics in the United States can obtain Sandoz’ generic 0.3 mg epinephrine injection (Symjepi) through wholesalers that are fully stocked, the drug company announced Wednesday.1 The drug is indicated for emergency treatment of serious allergic reactions.1-2

According to Sandoz, a division of Novartis, the company also is working to make its epinephrine 0.3 mg and 0.15 injections available to the retail market, which would enable individuals to obtain this medicine at local pharmacies.1 Granted FDA approval in 2018, both of these products provide 2 single-dose injection syringes of epinephrine.2

Epinephrine is indicated to treat anaphylactic food reactions, such as those caused by nut allergies; insect bites and stings; and exercised-induced anaphylaxis.2

Sandoz’ 0.15 mg auto-injector is indicated for patients weighing between 33 and 65 pounds, and who are determined to be at risk for anaphylaxis, including individuals with a history of anaphylactic reactions.2

The 0.3 mg epinephrine auto-injector is indicated for patients weighing 66 pounds or greater.2

In addition to making public the availability of its generic epinephrine products through wholesalers, Sandoz announced Wednesday the launch of its SYMJEPI Savings Program.1

Through the program, eligible patients are given a lower price for epinephrine or receive a prescription at no cost. The program is currently available through hospital pharmacies, but is expected to expand to the retail market.1

References

  • Update on SYMJEPI™ (epinephrine) in the US [news release]. Princeton, NJ; May 8, 2019: Sandoz website. https://www.us.sandoz.com/news/media-releases/update-symjepi-epinephrine-us. Accessed May 8, 2019.
  • Coppock K. FDA Approves New Epinephrine Product for Children. Pharmacy Times. https://www.pharmacytimes.com/news/fda-approves-new-epinephrine-product-for-children/. Published September 29, 2018. Accessed May 8, 2019.

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