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Addison's Disease
Guidance on administration of hydrocortisone

An adrenal crisis can be life-threatening so it is crucial that anyone with adrenal insufficiency or Addison’s disease is aware of the key symptoms and how to administer life-saving medication. It is also useful to make friends and family aware of what to do in case you feel too unwell to administer the medication yourself. 

Adrenal Crisis — When to give an emergency injection

Patient Stories — Emergency injections

Emergency injection for the treatment of adrenal crisis
Tips & Reminders

Emergency Injection - Hydrocortisone liquid standard syringe

Emergency Injection — Solu-Cortef standard syringe emergency injection

It's always a good idea to refresh your knowledge now and then to ensure you know what to do should an emergency occur. Visit the Addisons Disease Self-Help Group Website for more information and videos which demonstrate the use of different types of needles. 

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