Mably Posted October 7, 2005 #1 Share Posted October 7, 2005 My husband takes quite a few prescription medications. He likes to put a weeks worth in the pill organizer strips. I was wondering if he needs to take his prescriptions on the ship in their original bottles.....or can we go ahead and just take the medicine strips alread filled and ready to go? Has anyone had any experience along these lines??? Thanks, Mary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishoutofwater Posted October 7, 2005 #2 Share Posted October 7, 2005 I asked the same question to my TA. They said it was ok to put them in a pill organizer. So I did. I had no problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvdoxies Posted October 7, 2005 #3 Share Posted October 7, 2005 I also take medication daily---have always used my pill organizer. One tip- always take a few extra in case of delays getting back home. When we went on the Miracle last month, still busy hurricane activity, so I took 4 extra days worth. Didnt need them though---got back to port on time---drats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunkie103 Posted October 7, 2005 #4 Share Posted October 7, 2005 I would suggest that if he takes any narcotics like Oxycontin for instance, he take this one in the prescription bottle.....just in case there were any questions. :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CordovaMom Posted October 7, 2005 #5 Share Posted October 7, 2005 Also remember to write down the name and dosage of each medication in case of an emergency where the attending physician may need to know what he's taking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazy4bears Posted October 7, 2005 #6 Share Posted October 7, 2005 I was told by AA that I must have all rxs in prescription bottles. His insulin must have rx sticker on it as well as his syringes. I have decided to take his 15 rxs with me in a xl baggie just to be on safe side. He also takes a Morphine and I would not think about not taking that actual rx bottle. As a matter of fact I keep a few extra of those in my purse in an old rx bottle for emergencies. It seemed like a pain to me but I would rater be safe than sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yst347 Posted October 7, 2005 #7 Share Posted October 7, 2005 I was told by AA that I must have all rxs in prescription bottles. His insulin must have rx sticker on it as well as his syringes. I have decided to take his 15 rxs with me in a xl baggie just to be on safe side. He also takes a Morphine and I would not think about not taking that actual rx bottle. As a matter of fact I keep a few extra of those in my purse in an old rx bottle for emergencies. It seemed like a pain to me but I would rater be safe than sorry. This is a wise choice. We have never been questioned by customs about our prescription meds but it is technically a violation to bring prescription drugs into the USA without a prescription. What with the need for them not to mention the cost, why risk confiscation? Better safe than sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yst347 Posted October 7, 2005 #8 Share Posted October 7, 2005 If you purchase meds in large bottles, talk to your pharmacist and ask if they can provide you with a smaller labeled container that will hold what you need for your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin Dave Posted October 7, 2005 #9 Share Posted October 7, 2005 Your pharmacist can also provide you with a list of all your prescriptions and their dosages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackelope Posted October 7, 2005 #10 Share Posted October 7, 2005 You could take a photocopy of all the prescriptions in your pill strip that way you're covered without having to lug all the individual bottles... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrthoRN Posted October 7, 2005 #11 Share Posted October 7, 2005 Technically by law, all medications are suppose to be in the original labeled bottle.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NMCRUISERS Posted October 7, 2005 #12 Share Posted October 7, 2005 You should always travel with medication in a labeled Rx bottle since it contains the legal (US) information. Once you are on the ship, you can then transfer the meds to the daily reminder strip. And, as someone previously mentioned, travel with a few days of extra meds. This is the advice I give to my patients and that we follow ourselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mably Posted October 7, 2005 Author #13 Share Posted October 7, 2005 Thank you so much for all the responses! I guess I will take all his prescriptions in their original bottles and then we can fill the organizer once on board! Why didn't I think of that??????? Thanks, Mary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugs Posted October 8, 2005 #14 Share Posted October 8, 2005 I take a Med. and I was told it should be take in RX bottle and take a extra slip from dr. I don't know if the extra slip really needed, but TA told me that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbrown Posted October 9, 2005 #15 Share Posted October 9, 2005 You really need to keep medication in original containers if not at home. If you are carrying medication for your husband in your purse make sure that you have it in a bottle with his name on it. If you get pulled over or stopped for any reason (not just vacation) you can legally get into trouble for this. These druggies have made it hard on us normal citizens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jckvpa0 Posted October 9, 2005 #16 Share Posted October 9, 2005 All really great & informative info for all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huskerdude Posted October 9, 2005 #17 Share Posted October 9, 2005 Your pharmacist can also provide you with a list of all your prescriptions and their dosages. This is what I would recommend. It's what I do even on long trips inside the US. Better safe than sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OTRlady Posted October 9, 2005 #18 Share Posted October 9, 2005 Technically by law, all medications are suppose to be in the original labeled bottle.... DH has a prescription medication that comes in powder form. We used to get it in individual dose packets, but insurance no longer allows this, so we have to take it in a large can (like a half-height Hi-C size) that has a snap on plastic lid, like a coffee can. We took the medication in its original container on a cruise once. The can is too large to fit in the carry-on with all other meds, etc., so we packed it in the large suitcase. When we arrived at our pre-cruise hotel and opened the suitcase, we discovered the pressure changes during our flight had popped the top off the can. There was powder all over the inside of our suitcase. We salvaged enough for the trip, but have never again taken the original container. We carry a copy of the fill ticket to show the Rx is current, and we keep the medication itself in a smaller container with a screw-on lid. There's technicality, and then there's practicality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarababy18 Posted October 9, 2005 #19 Share Posted October 9, 2005 the rx's that need to stay in their original bottles with labels are the narcotics and controlled substances (as someone previously states) for obvious reasons, but the others i didn't bring in their original bottles. you could always get smaller vials from the pharmacist without a problem, but i didn't have any problems on my cruise... just as long as the people with you know what you (that person) is taking... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSSQRL Posted October 9, 2005 #20 Share Posted October 9, 2005 I take a couple narcotics and have never had any problems although I always leave them in their original bottle just in case. I also have an implanted device that delivers narcotics directly to my nerve endings. It did set off the metal detector each time which was a pain (no pun intended:D ) and I always carry a printout of the medicine and the dose it is dispensing. I was really nervous when we came back into the states because I was afraid it would cause me to be delayed. But, thankfully, NO PROBLEMS :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvholly Posted October 9, 2005 #21 Share Posted October 9, 2005 The problem w/ Rzx is NOT the cruise line. They could care less about anything other than alcohol or weapons. It is the TSA. If you are flying then ALWAYS care pharmacy marked containers. If you are driving then you may use your daily pill keeper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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