Description:   Primatene Mist contains Epinephrine 5.5 mg/mL. Each inhalation delivers 0.22 mg of epinephrine.

FDA approved uses.

Indications:   For temporary relief of shortness of breath, tightness of chest, and wheezing due to bronchial asthma. Eases breathing for asthma patients by reducing spasms of bronchial muscles.

Directions:

• adults and children 4 years of age and older: start with one inhalation, then wait 1 minute  If not relieved, use once more  Do not use again for at least 3 hours
• children under 4 years of age: consult a doctor
• the use of this product by children should be supervised by an adult
• see insert for mouthpiece use and care instructions

Warnings:

For inhalation only

Do not use

• unless a diagnosis of asthma has been made by a doctor
• if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson' disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug  If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product

Ask a doctor before use if you have

• heart disease
• thyroid disease
• diabetes
• high blood pressure
• ever been hospitalized for asthma
• trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any prescription drug for asthma

When using this product

• do not use more often or at higher doses than recommended unless directed by a doctor
• excessive use may cause nervousness and rapid heart beat, and, possibly, adverse effects on the heart
• do not continue to use, but seek medical assistance immediately if symptoms are not relieved within 20 minutes or become worse
• do not tamper with, puncture or throw container into incinerator  Contents under pressure
• using or storing near open flame or heating above 120°F (49°C) may cause bursting

Contains CFC 12, 114, substances which harm public health and environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away

Directions For Use of Mouthpiece: The Primatene Mist mouthpiece, which is enclosed in the Primatene Mist 15 mL size (not the refill size), should be used for inhalation only with Primatene Mist.

1. Take plastic cap off mouthpiece. (For refills, use mouthpiece from previous purchase.)
2. Take plastic mouthpiece off bottle.
3. Place other end of mouthpiece on bottle.
4. Turn bottle upside down. Place thumb on bottom of mouthpiece over circular button and forefinger on top of vial. Empty the lungs as completely as possible by exhaling.
5. Place mouthpiece in mouth with lips closed around opening. Inhale deeply while squeezing mouthpiece and bottle together. Release immediately and remove unit from mouth. Complete taking the deep breath, drawing the medication into your lungs and holding breath as long as comfortable.
6. Exhale slowly keeping lips nearly closed. This helps distribute the medication in the lungs.
7. Replace plastic cap on mouthpiece.

Care of the Mouthpiece:

The Primatene Mist mouthpiece should be washed once daily with soap and hot water, and rinsed thoroughly. Then it should be dried with a clean, lint-free cloth.

If the unit becomes clogged and fails to spray, please send the clogged unit to:

Whitehall Laboratories

5 Giralda Farms

Madison, N.J. 07940

Inactive Ingredients:   Alcohol 34%, Ascorbic Acid, Fluorocarbons (Propellant), Water. Contains No Sulfites.

Storage Store at room temperature, between 15-25°C (59-77°F).

How Supplied:

¹ / ₂ Fl oz (15 mL) With Mouthpiece.

¹ / ₂ Fl oz (15 mL) Refill

³ / ₄ Fl oz (22.5 mL) Refill