Not all medications are licensed in every country, and some are known by different names so it is a good idea to check the local names of the medications you use before you travel.
For comprehensive information on the Parkinson’s medication currently available in Europe see Medical & Surgical Information.
For information on availability at other international destinations it is best to check with your pharmacist, or local Parkinson’s association, the EPDA website contains the contact details for European and international Parkinson’s organisations.
As some medications are difficult to obtain in certain countries, and also in some cases, the quality may not always be of the highest standards, it is best to ensure that you take with you all the medications that you need.
Carrying a few spare with you is always a good idea in case of any delays in your return. It’s also advisable to try and carry a spare prescription with you just in case you do run out of medication whislt you are away.
If you need to buy a product overseas you should check the ingredients carefully as they can and do contain different substances. For some destinations it may also be wise to check with the country’s local embassy about any regulations concerning your medications. If you need to use a syringe it would be a good idea to check in advance with the airline because of any restrictions they may have.
If you carry a pump for continuous medication you will probably need to take a doctor’s letter with you confirming that this must be kept with you at all times.
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