MEDICATIONS ON BOARD AN AIRCRAFT
According to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA, www.tsa.gov), passengers are allowed to bring their epinephrine on board the aircraft. However, you need to show the printed label that identifies the medication (e.g., Auvi-Q™, EpiPen®, Twinject®, Benadryl®).Note from your Doctor:
It is recommended that you also show the prescription label from the pharmacy and a note from your doctor that confirms your food allergy TSA security currently permits over-the-counter liquid medications, but volumes larger than 3.4 ounces must be declared to a TSA officer.
A declaration can be made verbally, in writing, or by a person’s companion, caregiver, interpreter, or family member. TSA may also allow gels or frozen liquids needed to cool medically related items. However, bear in mind that there is always a subjective element to airline security; much is left to the individual screener’s discretion. If you have questions, call TSA at (866)289-9673 or email TSA-ContactCenter@dhs.gov.
Sample letter that you can download from the food allergy research and education network "FARE" website Download a sample letter.
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