AtroPen Auto-Injector (injection)

Generic name:atropine (injection) [ AT-roe-peen ]
Drug classes:Anticholinergic chronotropic agents, Anticholinergics / antispasmodics, Antidotes

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Jun 17, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is AtroPen Auto-Injector?

AtroPen Auto-Injector is used to help reduce saliva, mucus, or other secretions in your airway during a surgery.

AtroPen Auto-Injector is sometimes used as an antidote to treat certain types of poisoning.

AtroPen Auto-Injector may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Seek medical attention after any use of atropine to treat poisoning. After the injection you may need to receive further treatment and observation.

Before taking this medicine

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• asthma or other breathing disorder;

• glaucoma;

• enlarged prostate;

• urination problems;

• a heart rhythm disorder;

• liver or kidney disease;

• myasthenia gravis; or

• a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines).

In an emergency, you may not be able to tell caregivers if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Make sure any doctor caring for your pregnancy or your baby knows you received AtroPen Auto-Injector.

How is AtroPen Auto-Injector given?

AtroPen Auto-Injector is injected into a muscle, under the skin, or as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider may give you this injection or teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.

AtroPen Auto-Injector is usually given as soon as possible after the onset of poisoning symptoms.

You may be watched for up to 72 hours to make sure the medicine has been effective and you no longer have any effects of the poison.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since AtroPen Auto-Injector is used when needed, it does not have a daily dosing schedul...