Hi all, yeah you're right things have just changed here recently too, so by the time my trip comes up I dare say it will have changed yet again!
Real bummer though because I used to be able to take an on board bag with so much stuff packed into it including a change of clothing, just in case they lost my bags and my trusty camera etc etc....
Allegedly there was a "plot" to blow up 9 planes from Heathrow during the summer and this place went into chaos! Once again we the public get no proof yet joe blogs has to just take all these new restrictions on their lives and I (and others) wonder about what precedent it may set in the future for controlling the masses?
Uh...... Yeah - that's right officer. Carrying the KY strictly for medical puposes.
LMAO... I wondered about "THAT" one myself & wondered "IF" anyone would catch it... I Should have figured it'd be you... LoL....
I tried to figure most scenero's imaginable & still drew blanks... LoL... you're absolutely hysterical... can you see me blushing...LoL
Too Funny!
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I flew over the summer on Usairways. They told me to put it in my carry on luggage and ask for a visual inspection. I had no problems with it. I also packed it in a small nylon cooler with an ice pack and it was fine for about 8 hrs.
I'm flying to Australia from London in Dec stopping off for 24 hours in Singapore so all in all the time between dep and arriv will be about 43 hours. Will try the website mentioned.Thanks
We are not allowed to take an on board bag anymore and must take a see through plastic bag with no phones, toiletries, liquids, pastes or cosmetics! Is it the same in the US now?
you can leave your pegasys syringe out for 24 hours I asked the roche nurse before!!! you might want to take a vial that week and then buy a needle when you get where you are going.... or maybe you could have the pharmacy send your order to where ever you are going!!!
laura...u mean u can leave the pegasys liquid vial out for 24 hrs n its still effective?
yeah that is what the pegasys nurse told me.... you can call and double check but that is the info she gave me.. 1-877-pegasys
For transporting meds that require refrigeration, check out coolerconcepts.com. They have a wallet that is designed for holding vials of insulin, but peg would fit in just as well. Or google +frio +insulin to see who sells it closer to where you live. I use it all the time for my insulin.
I'd double check with the airline because here they have again changed the rules. They said no shampoo or other liquids before but now you can take them but in smaller containers. I'd check before you go it seems they have changed it several times.
I know you can ake your meds onboard with you if they are properly labelled and in the correct containers. They probably have the updated rules on their website too.
Great Site For everything you need to know prior to traveling:<p><a href="http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/index.shtm">http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/index.shtm</a></p>
Effective Tuesday, September 26, TSA Adjusted The Ban On Liquids, Aerosols And Gels...
There are two major changes:
Travelers may now carry through security checkpoints travel-size toiletries (3 ounces or less) that fit comfortably in ONE, QUART-SIZE, clear plastic, zip-top bag.
After clearing security, travelers can now bring beverages and other items purchased in the secure boarding area on-board aircraft.
At the checkpoint travelers will be asked to remove the zip-top bag of liquids and place it in a bin or on the conveyor belt. X-raying separately will allow TSA security officers to more easily examine the declared items.
Medications
You may bring all prescription and over-the-counter medications (liquids, gels, and aerosols) including KY jelly, eye drops, and saline solution for medical purposes.
Additonal items you may bring include:
Liquids including water, juice, or liquid nutrition or gels for passengers with a disability or medical condition;
Life-support and life-sustaining liquids such as bone marrow, blood products, and transplant organs;
Items used to augment the body for medical or cosmetic reasons such as mastectomy products, prosthetic breasts, bras or shells containing gels, saline solution, or other liquids; and,
Gels or frozen liquids needed to cool disability or medically related items used by persons with disabilities or medical conditions.
You are not limited in the amount or volume of these items you may bring in your carry-on baggage. BUT if the medically necessary items exceed 3 ounces or are not contained in a one-quart, zip-top plastic bag, you MUST declare to one of our Security Officers at the checkpoint for further inspection.
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She's in London so I am not sure if the same rules and regs apply. I would call just to be safe.
Great Point Kalio & I think Nice is too, so that might not apply to either one of em....
Humm, There's always FEDX...LoL (Seriously) I used to have mine shipped overnight Fedx on dry ice between Ga & Alaska quite frequently... it's a good option for those not wanting to deal with it, used to cost approx 30 bucks!
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Dry Ice may be a no-no on airlines these days. Frozen packs are the way to go, if ya gotta go.
I used dry ice without a problem. even have all my fingers. once upon a time the airlines would but our drugs in their coolers but nolonger with all that has gone wrong in the world.
Also I brought a letter from the doctor with me incase anyone at security had a question as to why I was traveling with a sharp object.
Well thanks, but this is no great measure with all my typos, word repetitions and awkward constructions. I write on the net almost as fast as I can type, which is very fast. So a 200 word piece here might take a couple of minutes while the same length piece for hire might take hours of re-working -- often sitting overnight and then re-worked again. Writing is re-writing as they say.
I work in the world of marketing and advertising but have also developed content for web sites. Also have had both non-fiction, fiction and satire published in some national magazines but it doesn't pay as well. Lately, I signed a contract with an Asian Fortune Cookie company which pays better than you'd think. The problem is typing on those small pieces of paper, but who said it would be easy? Just kidding about writing Fortune Cookies, of course. Hope this finds you well today.
All the best.
-- Jim
I could be wrong, but dry ice might freeze the drug. You want to keep it cold, but never frozen. I've used the reusable ice packs it comes shipped with that you keep in your freezer.
If you're flying, definitely check with the airlines first to make sure what their policy is with drugs and syringes, etc. Ideally, you will want to bring them on board with you and not have to check them. Also, ask if they would put them in the refrigerator (not freezer) for you.
As to how much time it's OK to leave at room temp, etc, the manufacturer, Roache, has a help line with nurses 24/7. Hopefully, it's an international service, if not maybe someone here has the answer or you can consult a pharmacist. My guess -- and only that -- is that the drugs are good at room temp for maybe 8 - 10 hours on a ONE TIME BASIS. But that's only a guess, or actually a dim recollection of a phone conversation with Roache over a year ago.
Lastly, if you plan on flying or traveling a lot, another alternative is to switch to Peg Intron. Peg Intron is available in a non-refrigerated form where I believe you have to mix a powder with some liquid. This eliminates the whole refrigeration process. Ask your doctor about that if it makes sense.
Good luck.
-- Jim