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What is neffy?
neffy 2 mg is a nasal spray used to treat life-threatening, allergic emergencies including anaphylaxis, in adults and children who weigh 66 lbs or more (30 kg or more), who are at risk for or have a history of serious allergic emergencies. Please see full Prescribing Information and Patient Information for neffy.
What makes neffy different?
neffy is the first-and-only needle-free epinephrine nasal spray for serious allergic reactions.
How big is the neffy device?
The neffy nasal spray device is compact and designed for easy carrying, so treatment is always close at hand. It is about the size of a car key, measuring 2.25”H X 1.75”W X .75”D.
How do I use neffy?
Use neffy as soon as you notice symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, and follow these four steps:
1. REMOVE
Remove neffy from packaging. Pull open the packaging to remove the neffy nasal spray device.
2. HOLD
Hold device as shown. Hold the device with your thumb on the bottom of the plunger and a finger on either side of the nozzle.
- Do not pull or push on the plunger.
- Do not test or prime (pre-spray). Each device has only 1 spray.
3. INSERT
Insert the nozzle into a nostril until your fingers touch your nose. Keep the nozzle straight into the nose pointed toward your forehead.
- Do not point (angle) the nozzle to the nasal septum (wall between your 2 nostrils) or outer wall of the nose.
4. PRESS
Press plunger up firmly until it snaps up and sprays liquid into the nostril.
- Do not sniff during or after the dose is given. If any liquid drips out of the nose, you may need to give a second dose of neffy after checking for symptoms.
When using neffy:
- Each neffy nasal spray device has only 1 dose of medicine and is for single-use only.
- Always keep 2 neffy nasal spray devices with you.
- Use only in the nose. Avoid spraying in the eyes or mouth.
- Do not angle nozzle.
- Do not sniff during or after use.
- It is recommended that right‑handed dosing should be to the right nostril and left‑handed dosing should be to the left nostril.
- Patient can be in any position (e.g. sitting, standing, laying, reclining).
After using neffy:
- Get emergency medical help for further treatment of the allergic emergency (anaphylaxis), if needed, after using neffy.
- Check for symptoms after the first dose of neffy. If symptoms get worse or come back, give a second dose of neffy in the SAME nostril starting 5 minutes after the first dose.
Check your neffy periodically to be sure the expiration date has not passed. Replace your neffy before the expiration date has passed.
To learn more, read the full Instructions for Use.
How many doses are in each neffy device?
Each single-use neffy device contains one dose of epinephrine and comes in a blister pack. Your prescription comes with two devices, in case a second dose is needed.
I already have a prescription for a needle-injector. Do I have to wait until it expires to get neffy?
You don’t have to wait for your current epinephrine needle-injector prescription to expire to get neffy. Ask your doctor for neffy today.
Can I sign up for neffy expiration reminders?
Yes. If you have a neffy prescription, then you can sign up for expiration reminders for up to 4 devices.
What are the side effects of neffy?
Side effects of neffy may include throat irritation, tingling nose, headache, nasal discomfort, feeling over excitement, nervousness or anxiety, tingling sensation, fatigue, shakiness, runny nose, itchy nose, sneezing, stomach pain, pain in gums of teeth, numbness in the mouth, nasal congestion, dizziness, nausea, and vomiting.
See full Prescribing Information and Patient Information for a complete list of side effects.
Talk to your doctor before using other nasal sprays within 2 weeks of using neffy.
Is the epinephrine in neffy the same as in a needle-injector?
neffy delivers the same epinephrine you'd get from a needle-injector, but it comes in a nasal spray.
Does epinephrine from a nasal spray have the same effect in the body as a needle-injector?
The epinephrine in neffy affects the body like the epinephrine in a needle-injector, including blood pressure and heart rate.
How does the epinephrine in neffy get absorbed?
The epinephrine in neffy is designed to be rapidly absorbed into the nasal passage to reverse the reaction. neffy uses Intravail® technology, which temporarily loosens the spaces between the nasal cells to help epinephrine be absorbed into the body.
Does neffy work if you have a cold or are congested?
The nasal spray can get through stuffy noses, so don’t hesitate to use it in these conditions.
How should neffy be stored?
Store neffy at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C). Storage of neffy at high temperatures up to 122°F (50° C) is allowed for a few days.
Can neffy still be used after being frozen?
Do not freeze. If neffy freezes, the device will not spray.
How long does neffy last?
The epinephrine in neffy lasts for 30 months. The expiration date can be found on the back of each device on the black label. Be sure to check the expiration date periodically and replace before the expiration date.
How much does neffy cost?
Eligible patients* with commercial insurance can get neffy for as little as $25 with a co‑pay card.
Learn more about the co‑pay program.
*Terms and Conditions apply.
How can I save on my prescription costs for neffy?
If you have commercial insurance, you may qualify for help with paying deductibles, co-pays, and co-insurance for each neffy prescription. With the neffy co-pay savings program, pay as little as $25 if eligible*
*Terms and Conditions apply.
What can I do if my neffy prescription is not covered by my insurance?
There are various reasons why your insurance carrier may not cover your neffy prescription, such as missing or incorrect information.
You can contact neffyconnect at 1‑877‑MY‑NEFFY (1‑877‑696‑3339).
WHAT IS anaphylaxis?
- It’s a serious and potentially life-threatening (or type I) allergic reaction that can happen within minutes of exposure to an allergen.
- Millions of people have allergies to foods, insect stings or bites, medicines, or exercise. Sometimes the cause of the allergic reaction is unknown.
WHAT CAUSES anaphylaxis?
Not a complete list of all possible allergens. Allergies are individual to each person.
What are the symptoms of A serious allergic reaction?
Within minutes of exposure to an allergen, people can experience one or a combination of symptoms from different body areas, in varying degrees. If the patient has asthma, there is a higher risk for serious reaction.
Treat with epinephrine as soon as you notice any of the symptoms below. Don't hesitate, as the severity of the reaction can quickly change.
Hives, redness, or itching of skin
Trouble breathing, shortness of breath, wheezing, or coughing
Weak pulse
Fainting or dizziness
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Swelling of the lips or tongue, or itchy mouth
Tight throat, hoarseness, or trouble swallowing
Pale or bluish skin color
Feelings of “doom”, confusion, altered consciousness, or agitation
Itchy nose or sneezing