TREATMENT

_LOCAL FIRST AID:_

1. Wash sites with soap and water

2. Apply ice packs or cold compresses

3. Apply baking soda and water paste

_SYSTEMIC:_

1. Epinephrine (1:1,000) subcutaneous injection (0.2-0.5 ml in adults

and 0.1-0.3 in children). Repeat in 5-10 min if necessary

2. Antihistamine (Benadryl, 50 mg IM)—Adult

3. Oral antihistamines (Chart 1)

4. Treat for shock as necessary (Chart 2)

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