ASCIA Action Plans for Anaphylaxis
There are four types of ASCIA Action Plans.
ASCIA Action Plans for Anaphylaxis should be stored with the adrenaline autoinjector as the plans include instructions on how to give an adrenaline autoinjector. Adrenaline autoinjectors contain a single, premeasured dose of adrenaline, and have been designed to be given by a non-medical person, such as a friend, teacher, childcare worker, parent, passer-by or by the patient themselves (if they are not too unwell to do this).
Frequently asked questions and answers (FAQ) - ASCIA action plans for anaphylaxis and allergic reactions
(including an explanation of how the action plans have changed from the original 2003 versions)
FAQs for ASCIA action plans for anaphylaxis and allergic reactions
 First Aid for Anaphylaxis
 FIRST AID TREATMENT FOR ANAPHYLAXIS 2010 62.03 Kb
Go to FIRST AID TREATMENT FOR ANAPHYLAXIS page
Go to FIRST AID TREATMENT FOR ANAPHYLAXIS in English and other languages
Go to HOW TO GIVE EPIPEN page
Go to HOW TO GIVE EPIPEN in English and other languages
Travel plan for people at risk of anaphylaxis
This plan has been developed to assist passengers who need to carry adrenaline autoinjectors (such as EpiPen or Anapen) on airline flights. The plan should be used in conjunction with an ASCIA Action Plan for Anaphylaxis (personal) and both plans need to be completed by a doctor. General travel information for people at risk of anaphylaxis is available on the website of the patient support group, Anaphylaxis Australia http://www.allergyfacts.org.au/
ASCIA Anaphylaxis Travel Plan 2010 505.80 Kb
Adrenaline autoinjectors for general use
Adrenaline autoinjectors for general use July 2010 86.52 Kb
Adrenaline autoinjector storage, expiry and disposal
Adrenaline autoinjectors (EpiPen or Anapen) should be stored in a cool dark place (such as an insulated wallet) at room temperature but NOT refrigerated as they should never be stored below 15 degrees Celsius. An insulated wallet will also help to keep the maximum temperature below 25-30 degrees Celsius, as it must not exceed this.
Adrenaline autoinjectors should be kept out of the reach of small children, however, they must be readily available when needed and NOT in a locked cupboard. An ASCIA Action Plan for Anaphylaxis should always be stored with an adrenaline autoinjector.
The shelf life of adrenaline autoinjectors is normally around 20 months from the date of manufacture and the expiry date needs to be marked on a calendar and it needs to be replaced prior to this date. Expired adrenaline autoinjectors are not as effective when used for treating allergic reactions. However, an expired adrenaline autoinjector should be used in preference to not using one. In the EpiPen there is a clear window near the tip where you can check the colour of the drug – if it is clear (not brown or cloudy or containing sediment) it should be safe to use.
Adrenaline autoinjectors cannot be reused even if some adrenaline remains inside the device. Used adrenaline autoinjectors should be placed in a rigid sharps disposal unit, or another rigid container if a sharps container is not available.
ASCIA Guidelines for adrenaline autoinjector prescription
ASCIA Guidelines for adrenaline autoinjector prescription
Guidelines for adrenaline autoinjector prescription 80.82 Kb
PBS listing for adrenaline autoinjectors
www.pbs.gov.au (search for adrenaline)
As of 1 July 2010 the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) listing for adrenaline autoinjectors has been revised to allow for authority prescriptions of a maximum quantity of 2 adrenaline autoinjectors (EpiPen, EpiPen Jr, Anapen or Anapen Jr) for children or adults (no repeats). Under the previous PBS listing, adults where eligible for only 1 adrenaline autoinjector and 1 brand (EpiPen, EpiPen Jr) was available. The revised listing means that there are 2 brands of adrenaline autoinjectors available and both adults and children are now eligible for 2 autoinjectors on the PBS.
Note: EpiPen and Anapen adrenaline autoinjectors have different administration techniques and should not be prescribed to the same patient without training in their use.
ASCIA anaphylaxis e-training
ASCIA anaphylaxis e-training (Version 1.01) has been developed for school and childcare staff where face to face training is not possible (or feasible), or as a refresher, or for interim training whilst waiting for face to face training. ASCIA anaphylaxis e-training courses can also be taken by parents, friends, carers or patients themselves and is free of charge.
www.allergy.org.au/etraining
ASCIA Guidelines for prevention of food anaphylactic reactions
in schools, preschools and childcare centres
ASCIA Guidelines for prevention of food anaphylactic reactions
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These guidelines are also published in the Journal of Paediatrics & Child Health Volume 40 Issue 12 Page 669 - December 2004
www.blackwell-synergy.com/doi/full/10.1111/j.1440-1754.2004.00509.x
Requests for adrenaline autoinjectors on PBS authority prescription
Proforma - Examples of documents that can be used to handle requests
for adrenaline autoinjectors (EpiPen or Anapen) on PBS Authority prescription
Rrequest for EpiPen or EpiPen Jr PBS 132.85 Kb
Request for Anapen or Anapen Jr PBS 132.88 Kb
National Prescribing Service
National Prescribing Service (NPS)
Anaphylaxis Guidelines for schools and children's services
For ASCIA guidelines go to www.allergy.org.au/content/view/31/258/
Links to region specific guidelines (or other relevant information) are listed below, in alphabetical order by region.
It is important to note that providers of face to face anaphylaxis training vary between regions. For information on training options in each region, contact the local departments of Health, Education or Children's Services, Anaphylaxis Australia or Allergy New Zealand.
ASCIA anaphylaxis e-training for schools and childcare services staff is available on the webpage www.allergy.org.au/etraining and can be completed by anyone, at no charge. Since it was launched on 9th March 2010 over 3,000 individuals have registered. This training has been developed to be used where face to face anaphylaxis training isn't available (or feasible), as a refresher, or for interim training whilst waiting for face to face training.
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
www.det.act.gov.au/publications_and_policies/policy_a-z (select first aid)
NEW SOUTH WALES
www.health.nsw.gov.au/factsheets/general/allergies.html
www.schools.nsw.edu.au/studentsupport/studenthealth/conditions/anaphylaxis/index.php
www.community.nsw.gov.au/DOCSWR/_assets/main/documents/ANAPHYLAXIS_GUIDELINES.PDF
NEW ZEALAND
www.minedu.govt.nz/index.cfm?documentid=11787
www.allergy.org.nz/shop/schools+and+pre-schools.html
NORTHERN TERRITORY
www.det.nt.gov.au/about-us/policies/documents/schools/students-with-notified-medical-conditions
QUEENSLAND
http://education.qld.gov.au/schools/healthy/anaphylaxis.html
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
www.decs.sa.gov.au/speced2/pages/health/chessPathways (select Allergy and Anaphylaxis)
TASMANIA
www.education.tas.gov.au/school/health/students_health_care_requirements
VICTORIA
www.education.vic.gov.au/healthwellbeing/health/anaphylaxis.htm
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
www.health.wa.gov.au/anaphylaxis/home/
www.det.wa.edu.au/inclusiveeducation/detcms/portal/
PATIENT SUPPORT ORGANISATIONS
Anaphylaxis Australia
Guide for children (with severe allergies) starting Kinder or Preschool
www.allergyfacts.org.au/schools.html
Allergy New Zealand
Allergy and Anaphylaxis Guidelines for Early Childhood Services and Schools
www.allergy.org.nz/shop/schools+and+pre-schools.html
Content last updated July 2010
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