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Expert: - 11/29/2006


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Can I carry a pill box with a few non-liquid pills in my pocket.?  I would pull it out with my billfold, cell phone etc. Is there any restriction on non-liquid prescription drugs?  I tried the TSA website and dont  know where else to look. Thanks

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Dear Dorothy,

There are no restrictions to non-liquid pills. If possible, please make sure your medications are properly labeled with a professionally printed label identifying the medication and manufacturer's name or pharmaceutical label. The prescription medicine must match the name on the passenger's ticket.

Please see the TSA link below for more information:

http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/specialneeds/index.shtm

Best Regards,
R. Gomes

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