Liquid Medicine on a Plane - Can It Exceed 100 ml?
Essential liquid medicine can be exempt from the 100 ml limit. Check documentation, screening and departure-airport rules.
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Short answer
The exemption is for medication needed during the journey. Security may ask you to demonstrate authenticity or the need to carry the larger quantity.
Carry-on baggage
Solid medicines are generally allowed in the cabin. Essential liquid medicines can be exempt from the standard 100 ml rule when needed during the journey.
Checked baggage
Medicines can generally also travel in checked baggage, but anything you may need during the journey is safer to keep with you.
Airport security
For liquid medication or medical equipment, security may ask for additional screening or evidence that the item is medically necessary.
Check your departure airport
General rules are not always enough. Liquid limits and screening procedures can differ by airport, so check the airport you are actually flying from.
Frequently asked questions
Can I bring liquid medicine on a plane on a plane?
Yes, but the exact rule depends on whether it is in carry-on or checked baggage. For carry-on the answer is: with restrictions.
Can liquid medicine on a plane go in carry-on baggage?
Solid medicines are generally allowed in the cabin. Essential liquid medicines can be exempt from the standard 100 ml rule when needed during the journey.
Are the rules the same at every airport?
General rules are not always enough. Liquid limits and screening procedures can differ by airport, so check the airport you are actually flying from.
Medicine - separate security from destination law
Airport screening and whether a medicine is legal at your destination are separate questions.
- Keep medicine clearly labelled and carry a travel-appropriate quantity.
- Liquid medicines can qualify for exceptions to normal liquid limits, but may need to be declared at security.
- For controlled medicines, check documentation required by the destination country.
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