One of the most common problems that occurs in the management of anaphylaxis is that oral sedating antihistamines are given when in fact they are contraindicated.

The ASCIA Guidelines (updated May 2026): Acute Management of Anaphylaxis states:

Antihistamines:

• Have no role in treating or prevent...

The Problem

Anaphylaxis is often approached as a checklist, recognise the reaction, give intramuscular adrenaline, and call for help.

These actions are essential. However, they do not reflect the reality of managing anaphylaxis in practice.

Anaphylaxis management is more like a game of clinical che...

Most GPs spend significant time preparing for CPR and cardiac arrest scenarios but what if the emergency you are most likely to face isn’t a cardiac arrest at all?

Many GPs focus heavily on their preparedness for managing a cardiac arrest and performing CPR. While  you are up to 50 times more likel...

In the fast-paced world of healthcare, time is of the essence. Understanding this, we are thrilled to announce the expansion of our anaphylaxis training program to better accommodate the needs of healthcare professionals. With rising incidents of anaphylaxis, it is crucial to ensure that all staff a...

Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that can present in various ways. There are five primary clinical pathways that anaphylaxis can follow. However, it is important to note that a patient may start on one pathway and then transition to another.  

What Happe...