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Medication

Medication on a plane

Usually allowed. Keep medicine in original packaging and carry prescriptions where possible.

Cabin baggage

Allowed

Checked baggage

Allowed

Important warning

Some medicines are controlled in certain countries and may need documents or approval.

Restrictions

  • Keep medicine labelled where possible.
  • Carry prescriptions or doctor letters for important medication.
  • Check destination rules for controlled medicines.

Travel tips

  • Pack essential medication in cabin baggage.
  • Keep a copy of your prescription.
  • Use a small organiser for tablets and documents.

Source note

Based on general travel medicine guidance. Confirm with airline, airport security and destination country rules.

Travel essentials

Useful for this trip: Travel medicine organisers

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Last reviewed: 2026-07-01