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General Discussion => This 'n' That => Topic started by: Cassie on June 25, 2013, 07:48:04 PM

Title: FLYING & MEDS
Post by: Cassie on June 25, 2013, 07:48:04 PM

My daughter is flying internationally soon and is going to be away for a few months, she is taking her monthly tablets with her as well as a few other meds. What is the safest way to transport medication, in handluggage or in her case, is there any rulings regarding taking meds into Europe?

Thankyou

Title: Re: FLYING & MEDS
Post by: honeybun on June 25, 2013, 07:55:45 PM

I think it depends on what it is. My OH is diabetic and would need a GPS letter to get his insulin and injecting kit on a plane.

There will be clear advice online as to what you need a letter for and what is considered ok.

Honeyb
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Title: Re: FLYING & MEDS
Post by: Taz2 on June 25, 2013, 08:31:10 PM

There is info on the NHS site http://www.nhs.uk/chq/Pages/1074.aspx?CategoryID=70&SubCategoryID=175

Taz x

Title: Re: FLYING & MEDS
Post by: littleminnie on June 26, 2013, 07:54:32 AM

I flew recently and carried my medications in my hand luggage. No problems.
I wouldn't put them in any suitcase/bags that are going in the 'hold' just in case the luggage goes AWOL. (as mine did a few years ago).

Title: Re: FLYING & MEDS
Post by: Joyce on June 26, 2013, 07:59:03 AM

From experience, I have to say please also check airline's policy. If meds need to be kept chilled, get a special chill pack to carry on plane. Airline will not keep meds chilled for you.  I had to get one for son when he was going on holiday to Florida. It was recommended by diabetic society.

Title: Re: FLYING & MEDS
Post by: CLKD on June 26, 2013, 10:16:11 AM

Take a copy of the prescription too with a covering letter from your GP.  In Arabic countries many of our over the counter meds are illegal  :o

Title: Re: FLYING & MEDS
Post by: Cassie on June 26, 2013, 11:51:57 AM

Thankyou kindly, for this info, much appreciated x