Southwest fliers and Epi pen

[NikP]

Does anyone know if Southwest requires a doctor note to carry a epi pen on board? My son's allergy dr said this may be required.

 

[sean-1966]

Better safe that sorry. I'd also pack it in a clear plastic bag to get around the TSA regulations.

 

[BitsnBearsMom]

We just got back and carried 2 epi's with us - my 6.5yo wears one in an epi belt around his waist and I carry his spare one in my purse. I did have a letter from the dr saying he had to have it due to severe allergies but all security did was have a quick look at them and his medic alert bracelet and let us through with no problem. They never asked to see the letter at all.

 

[dhluvsDisney]

We've never been asked on any airline. DS has to carry 3-4 Epipens on him, but at least one has the script label on it. That is usually sufficient as it is with other meds.

 

[NikP]

Thanks for your help. I am worried about flying with his peanut allergy. I might contact Southwest to see if they allow preboarding so I could wipe down his arm rests and tray. He has never had a reaction from touch, but I wouldn't want the first one to be on a airplane.