An EpiPen is a pre-filled injection device that injects epinephrine into the body to treat life-threatening allergic reactions.

Epinephrine, also known as adrenaline, is a powerful hormone that plays an important role in the body's fight-or-flight response. When administered promptly during an allergic reaction, epinephrine helps reduce the symptoms of anaphylaxis and prevents further complications from occurring.

Good news! If deemed clinically appropriate, providers on Sesame can prescribe an EpiPen to be picked up at a pharmacy near you — often within the same day.

Simply talk to a clinician during a video visit and get your online EpiPen prescription or refill ordered right. Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your healthcare provider.

Before carrying an EpiPen, you should talk to your prescribing health care provider about the proper use of this medical device. An EpiPen administers epinephrine into the body through an injection under the skin or into the muscle on the outer thigh. You should not use an EpiPen intravenously, in the buttocks, hands, or feet.

An EpiPen will come with an autoinjector trainer. Practice with this device before using an EpiPen.

Apply the dosage that your doctor has prescribed if the use of an EpiPen is necessary. Do not reduce or increase the dosage. If serious allergic reaction symptoms persist after the first injection, use a second injection. If a third dose is needed, seek emergency medical care right away.

A severe allergic reaction is a potentially fatal medical emergency. An EpiPen reduces symptoms but should not replace emergency medical care. Seek immediate emergency medical treatment after using an EpiPen.

No, EpiPen are only available via prescription, which means a licensed health care provider must authorize the use of this medical device.

Providers on Sesame can write a prescription or refill an existing one during a virtual or in-person visit. Depending on the medication, you can arrange for same-day pickup at a nearby pharmacy. Book an online consultation with a real, licensed provider on Sesame today to determine whether or not you need an EpiPen prescription.

Booking an online appointment with a doctor or nurse practitioner is typically the fastest way to get a prescription!

Sesame offers same-day online doctor prescription and prescription refill appointments with board-certified healthcare professionals. If deemed clinically necessary, Sesame providers can provide prescriptions and prescription refills for most non-controlled substances. They can also provide you with a doctor’s note if necessary.

Most online prescription and prescription refill appointments take around 15 minutes, and providers are able to send a prescription to a pharmacy of your choice right after your appointment.

A consultation with a doctor or nurse practitioner is legally required to receive a prescription. However, online telehealth visits allow you to get a prescription or refill without an in-person trip to the doctor's office.

While most medications can be prescribed via telehealth, prescriptions for controlled substances typically require an in-person evaluation.

Online providers on Sesame do not prescribe controlled substances.

Yep! If you request a prescription transfer, you can easily move your prescription from one pharmacy to another. Plus, many pharmacies now offer mail services for home delivery. Here's how to request a prescription refill at a different pharmacy:

1) Call your new preferred pharmacy to request a transfer.

2) Provide that pharmacy with health insurance/ prescription info

3) Wait for the prescription to be transferred before you pick it up. It usually takes pharmacies a few days to transfer a prescription, but you will get a notification once this step has been completed. Either go pick up your prescription in person or set up home delivery.

If you need a prescription refill, book a visit with a real, quality doctor on Sesame today. Doctors on Sesame can refill prescriptions for high blood pressure, birth control, allergies, and more! Save up to 60% on your prescription refill visit when you book with Sesame.