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Expert: Natalia Ippolito Date: 6/20/2008 Subject: Medication While Flying
Question Hello there!
I am planning a flight from the U.S. (Miami) to London, England for a tour of Europe. I have medications that will need to be injected at some point during my overseas flight. What do I need to have in order to both bring it on the flight and administer it during? It is not insulin and involves a narcotic injection. Everything is prescribed by a doctor and legal.
Any answers you can offer would be helpful.
Thanks!
Answer Hi Heather,
For the United States only!
Passengers with disabilities and medical conditions can choose to put their small bottles items of liquid medication in the one quart sealable bag (mixed with toiletries)without the need to declare these items.
However, if the liquid medications are in volumes larger than 3 ozs each, they may not be placed in the quart-size bag and must be declared to a Transportation Security Officer.
A declaration can be made verbally, in writing, or by a person's companion, caregiver, interpreter, or family member. Declared liquid medications and other liquids for disabilities and medical conditions must be kept separate from all other property submitted for x-ray screening.
It is recommended (not required) that passengers bring along any supporting documentation (ID cards, letter from doctor, etc.) regarding their medication needs.
It is recommended, not required, that the label on prescription medications match the passengers boarding pass. If the name on prescription medication label does not match the name of the passenger, the passenger should expect to explain why to the security officers. To ensure a smooth screening process, passengers are encouraged to limit quantities to what is needed for the duration of the flight.
You would need ask your airline what their policy is for administering onboard liquid medications.
