Coming soon! ReadyEpi is launching on November 1.

A just-in-case
generic EpiPen® for your home

Be ready for a first allergic reaction. Generic EpiPen®, prescribed online in five minutes, reviewed by a physician, ready at your pharmacy.

Get ReadyEpi — $99 →How it works

$99 covers the clinician review and a prescription for a 2-pack of epinephrine auto-injectors (generic for EpiPen®). The medication itself is paid at your pharmacy, typically $0 to $350+ depending on your insurance.

55-min online intakeRxNo appointment6+Ages 6 mo+↓Pickup today
Baby trying peanut butter for the first time with an epinephrine auto-injector in the foreground
FOR
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Mia, age 7 months
READY AT
Walgreens · Maple St.
0.4 mi away · today, 4:20 pm

First reactions can be the first warning.

Your child does not need a known allergy for a reaction to happen. For some families, the first sign of a food, medication, or insect allergy is the first reaction itself. Epinephrine is the backup you hope you never need.

“72% patients with peanut and/or tree nut allergy reported symptoms during their first known exposure.”

— Cianferoni & Muraro, Immunol Allergy Clin North Am, 2012

Minutes matter in anaphylaxis.

Severe allergic reactions can worsen quickly, and epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis. Having an auto-injector nearby helps you act while emergency help is on the way, instead of waiting for treatment to arrive.

Doctor-reviewed, parent-ready.

A board-certified physician reviews your information and, when appropriate, sends a prescription directly to your pharmacy. We also walk you through real-world epinephrine basics, so you know what to watch for, when to act, and how to use it if the moment comes.

FAQ

Questions parents ask first.

What is included in the $99?
The $99 covers the online intake, clinician review, epinephrine education, and, when appropriate, a prescription for a 2-pack of epinephrine auto-injectors (generic for EpiPen®). Each additional person is $49, and each additional 2-pack for another location (school, a second home, a backpack) is $49. Your card is only charged when a clinician sends the prescription, and only for the people we prescribe for. The medication itself is paid for at the pharmacy and may vary based on insurance, coupons, and product availability.
Is there a minimum age?
Yes. Children must be at least 6 months old and weigh at least 10 kg (22 lb) — the smallest auto-injector dose isn't appropriate below that weight. Adults can order for themselves.
What is the expiration date?
The expiration date depends on the epinephrine in stock at your local pharmacy. In our experience, most pharmacies stock epinephrine with expiration dates 12–18 months in the future. Ask your pharmacy what the expiration date is before you accept the epinephrine. The date is usually set by whatever the pharmacy's suppliers have available; occasionally a pharmacy has more than one expiration date in stock, but that's the exception, not the rule.
Can I use it if it's expired?
We recommend against it, and we don't endorse using expired epinephrine. Replace your auto-injector before its expiration date. Studies of expired auto-injectors found they contain less epinephrine, and deliver less of it into the body, the longer they are past their date. Some researchers have suggested an expired auto-injector could be used as an absolute last resort if it is the only one available, but that is not a substitute for an in-date one. In an emergency, always call 911. Sources: Simons et al., J Allergy Clin Immunol, 2000; Rachid et al., Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol, 2015; Cantrell et al., Ann Intern Med, 2017.
Who reviews my intake?
Your information is reviewed by a licensed clinician who determines whether an epinephrine auto-injector prescription is appropriate. It is not an automatic approval.
Can I obtain epinephrine for multiple children?
Yes, but each child needs their own review. If approved, each prescription is issued for one specific child based on that child’s intake information. You'll get one text per child from Appendix and Photon Health, our telehealth partners, to choose a pharmacy.
Do I need insurance?
No. You do not need insurance for the ReadyEpi clinician review. If a prescription is sent, you can still use insurance or pharmacy discounts for the medication itself if they help lower the cost.
Can I obtain epinephrine for someone else’s child?
No. You must be the child’s parent or legal guardian to use this service. In some cases, stock or undesignated epinephrine can be provided for organizations; see the school, camp, place of worship, or public-location question below. If you'd like to give ReadyEpi to a parent, you can buy them a gift card.
Is it legal to prescribe epinephrine before an emergency happens?
Yes. This is commonly known as advance prescribing: a clinician may prescribe medication before an emergency when there is a reasonable safety need and clear instructions for use.
Can I get emergency epinephrine for my school, camp, place of worship, or other public location?
Not yet. Stock or undesignated epinephrine rules vary by state and by setting, so it's a different process from a prescription for one person. Email us and we'll let you know when it's available.
What if I am not sure when to use it?
Your intake includes practical education on signs to watch for, when epinephrine may be needed, and how to use an auto-injector. Anaphylaxis can start within minutes and can be life-threatening, so if you think it's happening, use the auto-injector right away. Then call 911, every time, even if symptoms improve. See how to use it.
Why does each box have two auto-injectors?
One dose isn't always enough to hold off a serious reaction until emergency help arrives. If symptoms don't improve or come back, a second dose can be given with the second auto-injector. Keep both together, wherever they're stored.
What are the side effects?
Common side effects include a fast or pounding heartbeat, sweating, shakiness, paleness, dizziness, headache, nausea, and feeling anxious or nervous. They usually ease with rest. Rarely, the injection site can get infected in the days after; call your doctor if it stays red, or is swollen, tender, or warm. More on safe use.
Can I get a refund?
Yes, at any time until you choose a pharmacy, which fills the prescription. Once the prescription has been filled, our fee is nonrefundable. You're never charged for anyone a clinician doesn't prescribe for. To request a refund, email [email protected].
How long does it take?
The intake takes about five minutes online. After a clinician approves, you'll get a text to choose your pharmacy, and the prescription is sent there for pickup.
How do I choose a pharmacy?
After a clinician prescribes, you'll get a text from Appendix and Photon Health, our telehealth partners, with a link to compare prices, delivery, and local pickup options. Pick a pharmacy there and your prescription is sent to it. You'll get one text for each person. It looks like this:

Text message

Today, 10:42 AM

📋 Maya Patel from Appendix sent you a prescription.

Shop prices, delivery, and local pick up options: https://sl.photon.health/Xy7_kQ2mN4pR

Example text. It comes from Appendix and Photon Health, our telehealth partners.
Watch the plan

A quick walkthrough before you need it.

See how it works in under a minute. After you order, we'll also show you how to use an auto-injector, step by step.

Be ready before the first warning.

Five minutes online, reviewed by a clinician, ready at your pharmacy.

Get ReadyEpi — $99 →