Holiday with Tirz.?

[PippiLangstrumpf]

Hi, I'm flying to Turkey soon and would like to bring my Tirz with me. What's the best way to do that? Does anyone have any experience with this?

 

[mongchopz]

Hi, I'm flying to Turkey soon and would like to bring my Tirz with me. What's the best way to do that? Does anyone have any experience with this?

Really interested in this as am there in a weeks time and need to take a dose of RT but chat gpt says to not take it under any circumstances as if caught big fine or even prison !

 

[indolent]

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[PippiLangstrumpf]

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Keywords: travel, flight, TSA, trip, airplane, holiday, vacation

I couldn't find an answer to my question 🤷🏼‍♀️

 

[Skidude]

The few times i have traveled I have tried to plan my dosage around trip, which works if you are not going for too long.
Even dosing a little late upon return.

I have seen many who on longer trips use a pen in an insulin case to minimize concerns of white powder in vials or other potential issues.

I imagine it is location specific, and I do not know much about Europe or Turkey.

Google had this to say:

Traveling to Turkey with GLP-1 medications (such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound) is generally permitted, but you must bring the correct medical documentation. Always carry your medication in its original, labeled packaging and keep it in your carry-on luggage to maintain temperature control. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Essential Preparation

• Documentation: Carry a copy of your original prescription and a signed doctor's letter on official letterhead. The letter should state your diagnosis, the medication name, the dosage, and confirm that you require injectable medication and needles. [1, 2]
• Medication Limits: Only bring enough medication for the duration of your trip, plus a small buffer in case of unexpected delays. [1]
• Original Packaging: Keep pens in their original boxes so customs and security officers can clearly read the pharmacy label with your name and dosage details. [1, 2]

Packing & Storage

• Carry-On Only: Never put your GLP-1 pens in checked luggage. Airplane cargo holds experience extreme temperature fluctuations that can freeze and ruin the medication. [1]
• Temperature Control: Unopened GLP-1 pens should be refrigerated (36–46°F or 2–8°C). Use an insulated medical travel cooler with gel ice packs for your flight. Avoid placing pens directly against ice packs to prevent freezing. [1, 2]
• Room Temperature Limits: Check your specific medication's guidelines for room temperature stability. For example, Ozempic can typically tolerate room temperature for up to 56 days, while Wegovy can last up to 28 days. [1]

Airport & Security

• TSA & Custom Exemptions: Liquid restrictions and sharp objects do not apply to medically necessary injectables, but you must declare them to security officers. [1, 2]
• Screening: Pack your medication and syringes/pen needles together in a clear, resealable plastic bag and remove them from your carry-on for a separate hand inspection. [1, 2]

 

[tcpnomad]

You can either take the vial and couple of syringes with you, or take a pen with enough in the cartridge to last you the trip.

For temperature control, they make small travel packs to keep either of the above cool for the transit. Then you put them in the fridge once you are at the hotel. The meds can last for 21 days at room temperature too (if it doesn't get too hot, that is).

TSA etc. are used to having people travel with their injectable meds. Maybe keep your prescription and labeled vial with you.