Health Tip: Caring for Your Epi-Pen

An epi-pen may be a lifesaving injection for a person with severe allergies. But the device must be cared for and stored properly.

Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE) suggests how to care for your epi-pen:

Store it away from direct light.
Store it at room temperature.
Do not refrigerate it or allow it to freeze.
Do not store it in a car, since temperatures can fluctuate drastically.
Check your epi solution periodically. If it becomes pinkish or darker than a slight yellow, it may be less effective.

Source: HealthDay