What medicine to take when travelling?

Over-the-counter medicines
  • Diarrhea medicine (Imodium or Pepto-Bismol)
  • Antacid.
  • Antihistamine.
  • Motion sickness medicine.
  • Cough drops, cough suppressant, or expectorant.
  • Decongestant.
  • Pain and fever medicine (acetaminophen, aspirin, or ibuprofen)
  • Mild laxative.




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You may bring medically necessary liquids, medications and creams in excess of 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters in your carry-on bag. Remove them from your carry-on bag to be screened separately from the rest of your belongings.

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Ciprofloxacin (cipro) is the medication of choice, at a dose of 500 mg twice daily for three days. If you are traveling to an area where TD is a possibility, your travel medicine provider may prescribe cipro or a similar antibiotic for you to take on your trip.

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You can bring your medication in pill or solid form in unlimited amounts as long as it is screened.

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3. Take your medication at least an hour before your flight. If you're taking antihistamines, decongestants, or over-the-counter pain medicine like ibuprofen or acetaminophen, it's important to take your medication at least an hour before your flight so it has time to work before your plane takes off.

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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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For example, panadol is fine, Panadeine which contains codeine, is not allowed. Prescription meds need to be in your carry on, as do any valuables. Checked luggage is not secure nor does it always arrive. Basically remove anything metal.

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Two types of medication often used to reduce travel-related anxiety are benzodiazepines and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). 1 Benzodiazepines reduce anxiety fairly quickly by slowing the central nervous system while SSRIs take a bit longer to work as they block serotonin reabsorption.

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These include any hormone-based drugs, like the contraceptive pill and some fertility medicines, and drugs used to prevent heart attack and stroke. Antihistamines should also not be used to help passengers sleep during a flight.

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Talk to your doctor about wearing compression stockings or taking medicine before departure if you have additional risk factors for blood clots. Taking aspirin to prevent blood clots when traveling is not recommended. If you take aspirin for other reasons, check with your doctor.

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Pain Killers and Anti-Febrile Drugs These medications are commonly used to treat pain, fever, or headaches. Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) and paracetamol may be taken whilst flying.

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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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