Does medication count as a personal item?

You can bring your medication in pill or solid form in unlimited amounts as long as it is screened. You can travel with your medication in both carry-on and checked baggage. It's highly recommended you place these items in your carry-on in the event that you need immediate access.



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Ensure all your supplies, including devices, have a prescription label or you carry a note from your doctor explaining the reason you need these supplies. Place all medications in a clear, sealable bag and keep them separate from your other belongings for screening.

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Pack medications in a carry on in case your luggage is lost or delayed. Keep medicines in their original, labeled containers. Ensure that they are clearly labeled with your full name, health care provider's name, generic and brand name, and exact dosage.

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During Travel
  1. Keep all medications in your carry-on luggage and in their original, labeled containers; do not combine multiple medications into one container.
  2. The name on the prescription should match the name on travel documents and identification.
  3. Be prepared for additional screening.


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Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.

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Medicines, medical equipment and dietary requirements
You'll need to carry proof that the medication is prescribed to you (for example a letter from your doctor or a copy of your prescription) if it's both: in liquid form. in a container larger than 100ml.

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This states that "Spanish law allows you to carry your own personal medication for treatments of up to three months, as long as it is accompanied by a medical prescription... If you are transporting narcotics and/or psychotropic medication into the country you must get a permit issued by the Spanish health authorities.

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They may be confiscated or you may find yourself in trouble with the police if you are carrying any on arrival. Diazepam stays in your system for quite a while. If your job requires you to submit to random drug testing, you may fail this having taken diazepam.

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You can use a UK prescription to get medicines, including special food required for medical reasons, in Spain. Prescription medicines are not free in Spain. With an EHIC or GHIC you get a reduced rate, but you'll still pay: 50% of the prescription price.

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Can airport scanners see pills? Even if the pills are contained in plastic, non metallic or metallic bottles, the answer is yes. The airport scanners have no problems finding the pills that you are travelling with, liquid form or not.

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Include your prescription and over-the-counter medicines in your travel health kit and take enough to last your entire trip, plus extra in case of travel delays. Pack medications in a carry on in case your luggage is lost or delayed. Keep medicines in their original, labeled containers.

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You can bring your medication in pill or solid form in unlimited amounts as long as it is screened. You can travel with your medication in both carry-on and checked baggage. It's highly recommended you place these items in your carry-on in the event that you need immediate access.

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