Traveling with medications can be difficult when you don't know what to expect. Here is what you need to know about flying with medications departing from the U.S.
Before You Travel
Consider temperature changes at your destination. Extreme temperature changes can disrupt the effectiveness of the medication.
Research local laws of the visiting country. Medications prescribed or over the counter in one country could be unlicensed or controlled in another. The country may also require documents from your physician for the medication. There can be serious consequences for violation of laws.
Airport Arrival
Medications in solid or liquid form greater than 3.4 ounces is allowed in your carry-on bag.
Liquid medications are excluded from the 3-1-1 rule.
You can bring ice packs to keep liquid medication at the required cooled temperature.
Let the TSA official know at the start of your screening process of any medications or medical devices attached.
Medically required liquids will be subjected to additional screening.
To ease the process, make sure everything is correctly labeled.
Request a private screening if desired.
It is advised that you travel with no more than personal use quantities.
Have additional questions? The best resource is https://www.tsa.gov/travel/.
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