NCUK Virtual Patient Handbook

Taking your medication abroad The NHS website recommends that if you need prescribed medicine f travel plans at least 2 months before your departure date. They can te • Check the rules for all the countries you're going to, including countr restricted or not allowed in some countries • Always carry medicines and medical equipment (needles, syringes • Carry your medicine in your hand luggage (although check your airl • Check that the expiry dates of your medicines will be valid for the du Some medicines need to be kept at room temperature (below 25C) or If you're travelling to a warm country, get advice from your pharmacist temperature. You may need to store it using: • a thermos flask Although it can be time-consuming, we would recommend you call and application - as this allows for discussion about your personal circums BIBA’s Travel Medical Directory: On the 27th January 2021 the FCA confirmed that BIBA’s directory me have listed are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Aut specialism.

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