Leaving tomorrow- can I take Epi pen on flight?

[cdlamis]

I just realized that an Epi pen may not be allowed and its too late to get a doctor's note- we leave at 7am tomorrow.
Parents of allergic kids- any tips or answers?
Thanks!

Daniella
Mom to Julia 6/02
and Bella 12/04
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[jess]

I may just depend on the the airport...it seems like they all make their own rules. I am quite allergic to bee stings and I was not allowed to take my Epi on the plane with me--however, I tried to take it on the carry-on. Afterwards, I thought that perhaps I should have just packed it in my bag that got checked? Perhaps call the airline and see if you can get through to an actual person and ask about it; if my child was allergic I wouldn't want to go anywhere without the Epi!

[o_mom]

nak -

Rx should be allowed: http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/specialneeds/editorial_1059.shtm

"All medications in any form or type (for instance, pills, injectables, or homeopathic) and associated supplies (syringes, Sharps disposal container, pre-loaded syringes, jet injectors, pens, infusers, etc.) are allowed through the security checkpoint once they have been screened. Atropens, an auto-injection system that can help treat many emergency conditions (low heart rate, breathing problems, and excess saliva related to insecticide, nerve gas or mushroom poisoning) are also allowed."

I would print the letter in the link above and take it with you.

[brittone2]

DH just flew with his and they just required it be in a 1quart ziploc (this was the case w/ all liquids in allowable amounts). He had no issues at all, and flew on Southwest.

Just check the TSA website to confirm.

[lmintzer]

I've carried Joshua's on many times and have never had any problems. In fact, when I've gone out of my way to "declare" it, that's when I've gotten the funny looks.

[tylersmama]

Yep, it should be under the 3 oz. per container rule as far as liquids, so just put it in your 1 qt ziploc and they shouldn't give it a second glance.

[egoldber]

Diabetics travel with needles all the time.

[cdlamis]

Thanks! I feel better now!

Daniella
Mom to Julia 6/02
and Bella 12/04
"http://www.gynosaur.com/assets/ribbons/ribbon_sapphire_24m.gif"

[cdlamis]

>Rx should be allowed:
>http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/specialneeds/editorial_1059.shtm

>I would print the letter in the link above and take it with
>you.

Thanks SO much for the link. I printed it out already and put it in my carry one bag.

Daniella
Mom to Julia 6/02
and Bella 12/04
"http://www.gynosaur.com/assets/ribbons/ribbon_sapphire_24m.gif"