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Can you carry medications in carry-on luggage to or from Puerto Rico?

Please advise, can you carry medications in carry-on luggage on a plane to or from Puerto Rico?
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Yes, it is allowed, as it is a standard situation since there are no restrictions on carrying medications in the cabin of an aircraft to/from Puerto Rico. However, to avoid problems, you need to follow a few simple but strict rules.

Border control in Puerto Rico and other countries monitors the import of medications, and here is what you need to know to ensure your items in the baggage compartment and on your person do not raise unnecessary suspicions:

  • Medications for personal use. You can carry a reasonable amount for the duration of your trip.
  • Keep them in their original packaging. This is a key requirement. Blister packs, containers, and usage instructions should be branded. Loose tablets in a bag will lead to immediate questions.
  • A doctor's prescription is your main document. If the medication is prescription-only, especially potent, psychotropic, or hormonal, be sure to bring a prescription or a medical certificate stamped by a doctor. Preferably, the document should be in English. This will confirm that the medications are prescribed for your personal use and not for sale.

Also, remember the key rule for carry-on luggage: you cannot carry liquids in containers larger than 100 ml in carry-on luggage; this category includes thick substances, liniments, toothpaste, and others. If you have such medications, they need to be placed in checked baggage.

Finally, do not overdo it with the volume and weight of medications to avoid accidentally exceeding the carry-on luggage limits for your airline ticket. Usually, you are allowed to carry items with a total weight of no more than 7 kilograms in carry-on luggage, but this limit may vary among different carriers and fare plans, so check it according to your flight ticket before your trip.

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