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Should epi be OTC?

Dec 19, 2025
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Food Allergy Friday Newsletter
Dr. Alice Hoyt

Hi there,

I had an interesting start to my week. I visited with congressional staffers to advocate for our patients. The next day, I spoke on a panel at a meeting sponsored by the FDA. The day aimed at exploring a fascinating question...

"Should epi be available OTC?" 

I have my thoughts, but instead of opining here, I figured I'd just share the session. (My panel starts at 01:29:01 "Session 2: Regulatory Pathways for Epinephrine Products, Including Considerations for Prescription and Nonprescription Development").

Improving Anaphylaxis Outcomes: Approaches for Enhancing Access to Epinephrine

It was a lot of great information. What are your thoughts?

Have a great weekend,
Alice

Watch the session on YouTube


'Food Allergy Friday' is curated and written by Dr. Alice Hoyt. Dr. Hoyt is board-certified in allergy & immunology, internal medicine, and pediatrics. Her clinical expertise is in food allergies, and she serves patients with her team at the Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy.

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