The British journal of dermatology
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Self-administered adrenaline syringes may be prescribed for patients at risk of life-threatening episodes of angio-oedema or anaphylaxis. ⋯ As self-administered adrenaline syringes are prescribed for life-threatening events, it is vital that they are given to appropriate patients with adequate written instructions and proper demonstration at the time of the initial prescription. As a result of this study we have developed a more detailed patient information leaflet, and all patients are shown how to use a syringe for a second time when attending the clinic for follow-up.