HealthSeptember 2, 2026

autoinjectors

AW-toh-in-jek-terz

Definition

Medical devices used for the rapid, self-administered injection of a drug, commonly used to deliver epinephrine during a severe allergic reaction.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek prefix 'auto-' (self) and the Latin 'injectare' (to throw into), describing a device that performs an injection automatically without requiring manual needle depth or speed control.

In the news

The article emphasizes that patient education for those with alpha-gal syndrome should include training on the proper use of these devices to manage life-threatening anaphylactic emergencies.

Anxiety Is Alpha-Gal Syndrome’s Overlooked Side Effect

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Psychology Today

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