Taking Capecitabine on holiday abroad!?

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Has anyone gone on holiday abroad and taken Capecitabine with them? Worried about being arrested for drug dealing at the airportFearful

  • Hi, I haven't taken that particular drug, but I travel a lot with a range of medicines and I have never had this queried.  You could always ask your GP or BCN to give you a letter that explains why you have this drug with you. I doubt you would need it, but this would give you peace I suspect they won't be interested unless you're going for months and have a large supply……

    Here is Macmillan's advice Taking medicine abroad. This might be useful for you. 

    This link to a booklet on travel might also be helpful Travel

    And have a great holiday 

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  • I travel with methotrexate in my hand luggage, my doctor provides me with a letter saying why I’m carrying it however I have never had it queried or anyone asked to see the letter in 9 years I’ve been on it. I’d get a letter for belt and braces but I’m sure you’ll be fine, have a great break  x