Travel advice?

[Guest guest]

My husband and I are planning to take a 3-week trip to Ireland this

summer. Does anyone have advice for me? Will I need to bring along

all of my prescriptions in their original bottles (to get through

customs - we're traveling through London so need to go through British

& Irish customs, as well as back to US customs). Should I bring

medical records, too? I'm also considering just leaving behind all of

my supplements (omega-3, vitamins, etc) and just bringing my Urso,

Konsul, imodium, and narcotics to simplify matters - but I'm not sure

if such a change might increase the likelihood of complications. My

PSC is well established and pretty stable, but this is my first lengthy

trip since diagnosis. Help!

Debbie in Seattle

[Guest guest]

Maureen and Jim went to Ireland a few months before his transplant (LDLT, son). I'd do everything you mentioned, including supplements. I'd recommend meds in original bottles. They (security/customs) won't much notice - they see it all the time.We went to Norway shortly after my PSC diagnosis. I brought all meds, records, supplements, etc. Same thing with Ireland 2 years later.Although I didn't, you should probably look into travelers insurance - in case you need to come back in a hurry, cancel, etc. Especially with travel costs these days.You'll have a great time - see http://www.myrabo.com/vacations/ireland/irelandtrip.htm. Have fun!

Arne 57 - UC 1977 - PSC 2000 Alive and well in Minnesota

________________________________From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Debbie FoleyMy husband and I are planning to take a 3-week trip to Ireland this summer. Does anyone have advice for me?..

[Guest guest]

When I traveled to India for 3 weeks twice, I brought all my medicines in orgininal bottles, prescriptions and even more meds in case of sickness all in a gallon size ziplock bag. Some I didn't have prescriptions for. I wrote a list of emergency numbers, doctors contacts etc. I would bring medial history as well. It is always better to be safer. I am sure you know, but be sure to put all meds on your carry on bag! Have a great time!

Lori A.

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Travel advice?

My husband and I are planning to take a 3-week trip to Ireland this summer. Does anyone have advice for me? Will I need to bring along all of my prescriptions in their original bottles (to get through customs - we're traveling through London so need to go through British & Irish customs, as well as back to US customs). Should I bring medical records, too? I'm also considering just leaving behind all of my supplements (omega-3, vitamins, etc) and just bringing my Urso, Konsul, imodium, and narcotics to simplify matters - but I'm not sure if such a change might increase the likelihood of complications. My PSC is well established and pretty stable, but this is my first lengthy trip since diagnosis. Help!Debbie in Seattle

[Guest guest]

When I traveled to India for 3 weeks twice, I brought all my medicines in orgininal bottles, prescriptions and even more meds in case of sickness all in a gallon size ziplock bag. Some I didn't have prescriptions for. I wrote a list of emergency numbers, doctors contacts etc. I would bring medial history as well. It is always better to be safer. I am sure you know, but be sure to put all meds on your carry on bag! Have a great time!

Lori A.

"Aggressively Pursuing Solutions To Your Real Estate Needs!"

First Weber Group

Cell:

1507 E. Sunset Drive

Waukesha, WI 53189

LoriUSA@...

www.Lori.FirstWeber.com

Travel advice?

My husband and I are planning to take a 3-week trip to Ireland this summer. Does anyone have advice for me? Will I need to bring along all of my prescriptions in their original bottles (to get through customs - we're traveling through London so need to go through British & Irish customs, as well as back to US customs). Should I bring medical records, too? I'm also considering just leaving behind all of my supplements (omega-3, vitamins, etc) and just bringing my Urso, Konsul, imodium, and narcotics to simplify matters - but I'm not sure if such a change might increase the likelihood of complications. My PSC is well established and pretty stable, but this is my first lengthy trip since diagnosis. Help!Debbie in Seattle

[Guest guest]

Debbie,

A trip to Ireland - how exciting! I travel a fair

amount (had to go to London twice in the past month)

and have a routine that I'll share that hopefully you

may find parts to be useful.

Different countries have different rules on

transporting prescription drugs. If it is a controlled

drug such as pain medication (Hydrocodone, Darvacet,

etc.) you should definitely have the original

prescription bottle. Also, ensure the prescription is

not out of date as an expired prescription could

potentially get you into trouble. For US/UK/Canada, I

have a 7-day pill dispenser that I carry on the flight

with me and if the trip is longer than 7 days I bring

the original bottles but typically check them in my

luggage taking care to only take the amount of

medication I need for the trip plus an extra day or

too. It would be expensive if the airline lost a 3

month supply of meds! Like the US, there are airlines

in UK that are well known for losing luggage so keep

that in mind when you pack. If you can carry it on,

all the better but do look up the very strict rules on

the number of carry-ons for the UK. They count a

purse as a single carry-on and you only get one for

connecting flights through the UK.

I have a list of all meds I take, when I take them,

and the quantity in my wallet as well as in my bag of

meds. Also having a list of docs / and emergency

numbers on that list is a good idea. Call me paranoid

but I also have a pharmacy phone number and fax number

from back home as well. If for some reason the meds

get lost/stolen/etc. you can call your doc and he/she

can call in a replacement script. A friend or family

member can pick it up and ship it to your hotel

overseas. Unfortunately, the U.S. docs can not

prescribe medication in other countries so this is

naturally a back-up plan. You mentioned possibly

leaving the supplements at home but if you've found a

" cocktail " of meds that help you keep things in check,

I'd stick to what keeps you feeling good.

My doc has prescribed antibiotics in the event I get

sick while I travel. I also make sure I have tylenol

and a thermometer packed to battle fever if that

becomes an issue. Also, I take Airborne the day I fly

and drink water throughout the journey. For whatever

the reason (meds, PSC, etc.) staying hydrated can be

difficult but traveling can add to this problem. There

may or may not be any benefit to doing so and

certainly check with the doc to see if is ok to take

something like Airborne. It may be a mental thing for

me but (knock on wood) I have yet to catch a cold when

I take the stuff.

Have a great time in Ireland! It sounds like a

wonderful trip.

Jeff in Texas

--- Debbie Foley patanddebbiefoley@...> wrote:

> My husband and I are planning to take a 3-week trip

> to Ireland this

> summer. Does anyone have advice for me? Will I

> need to bring along

> all of my prescriptions in their original bottles

> (to get through

> customs - we're traveling through London so need to

> go through British

> & Irish customs, as well as back to US customs).

> Should I bring

> medical records, too? I'm also considering just

> leaving behind all of

> my supplements (omega-3, vitamins, etc) and just

> bringing my Urso,

> Konsul, imodium, and narcotics to simplify matters -

> but I'm not sure

> if such a change might increase the likelihood of

> complications. My

> PSC is well established and pretty stable, but this

> is my first lengthy

> trip since diagnosis. Help!

>

> Debbie in Seattle

>

>

[Guest guest]

Debbie,

A trip to Ireland - how exciting! I travel a fair

amount (had to go to London twice in the past month)

and have a routine that I'll share that hopefully you

may find parts to be useful.

Different countries have different rules on

transporting prescription drugs. If it is a controlled

drug such as pain medication (Hydrocodone, Darvacet,

etc.) you should definitely have the original

prescription bottle. Also, ensure the prescription is

not out of date as an expired prescription could

potentially get you into trouble. For US/UK/Canada, I

have a 7-day pill dispenser that I carry on the flight

with me and if the trip is longer than 7 days I bring

the original bottles but typically check them in my

luggage taking care to only take the amount of

medication I need for the trip plus an extra day or

too. It would be expensive if the airline lost a 3

month supply of meds! Like the US, there are airlines

in UK that are well known for losing luggage so keep

that in mind when you pack. If you can carry it on,

all the better but do look up the very strict rules on

the number of carry-ons for the UK. They count a

purse as a single carry-on and you only get one for

connecting flights through the UK.

I have a list of all meds I take, when I take them,

and the quantity in my wallet as well as in my bag of

meds. Also having a list of docs / and emergency

numbers on that list is a good idea. Call me paranoid

but I also have a pharmacy phone number and fax number

from back home as well. If for some reason the meds

get lost/stolen/etc. you can call your doc and he/she

can call in a replacement script. A friend or family

member can pick it up and ship it to your hotel

overseas. Unfortunately, the U.S. docs can not

prescribe medication in other countries so this is

naturally a back-up plan. You mentioned possibly

leaving the supplements at home but if you've found a

" cocktail " of meds that help you keep things in check,

I'd stick to what keeps you feeling good.

My doc has prescribed antibiotics in the event I get

sick while I travel. I also make sure I have tylenol

and a thermometer packed to battle fever if that

becomes an issue. Also, I take Airborne the day I fly

and drink water throughout the journey. For whatever

the reason (meds, PSC, etc.) staying hydrated can be

difficult but traveling can add to this problem. There

may or may not be any benefit to doing so and

certainly check with the doc to see if is ok to take

something like Airborne. It may be a mental thing for

me but (knock on wood) I have yet to catch a cold when

I take the stuff.

Have a great time in Ireland! It sounds like a

wonderful trip.

Jeff in Texas

--- Debbie Foley patanddebbiefoley@...> wrote:

> My husband and I are planning to take a 3-week trip

> to Ireland this

> summer. Does anyone have advice for me? Will I

> need to bring along

> all of my prescriptions in their original bottles

> (to get through

> customs - we're traveling through London so need to

> go through British

> & Irish customs, as well as back to US customs).

> Should I bring

> medical records, too? I'm also considering just

> leaving behind all of

> my supplements (omega-3, vitamins, etc) and just

> bringing my Urso,

> Konsul, imodium, and narcotics to simplify matters -

> but I'm not sure

> if such a change might increase the likelihood of

> complications. My

> PSC is well established and pretty stable, but this

> is my first lengthy

> trip since diagnosis. Help!

>

> Debbie in Seattle

>

>

[Guest guest]

Debbie,

A trip to Ireland - how exciting! I travel a fair

amount (had to go to London twice in the past month)

and have a routine that I'll share that hopefully you

may find parts to be useful.

Different countries have different rules on

transporting prescription drugs. If it is a controlled

drug such as pain medication (Hydrocodone, Darvacet,

etc.) you should definitely have the original

prescription bottle. Also, ensure the prescription is

not out of date as an expired prescription could

potentially get you into trouble. For US/UK/Canada, I

have a 7-day pill dispenser that I carry on the flight

with me and if the trip is longer than 7 days I bring

the original bottles but typically check them in my

luggage taking care to only take the amount of

medication I need for the trip plus an extra day or

too. It would be expensive if the airline lost a 3

month supply of meds! Like the US, there are airlines

in UK that are well known for losing luggage so keep

that in mind when you pack. If you can carry it on,

all the better but do look up the very strict rules on

the number of carry-ons for the UK. They count a

purse as a single carry-on and you only get one for

connecting flights through the UK.

I have a list of all meds I take, when I take them,

and the quantity in my wallet as well as in my bag of

meds. Also having a list of docs / and emergency

numbers on that list is a good idea. Call me paranoid

but I also have a pharmacy phone number and fax number

from back home as well. If for some reason the meds

get lost/stolen/etc. you can call your doc and he/she

can call in a replacement script. A friend or family

member can pick it up and ship it to your hotel

overseas. Unfortunately, the U.S. docs can not

prescribe medication in other countries so this is

naturally a back-up plan. You mentioned possibly

leaving the supplements at home but if you've found a

" cocktail " of meds that help you keep things in check,

I'd stick to what keeps you feeling good.

My doc has prescribed antibiotics in the event I get

sick while I travel. I also make sure I have tylenol

and a thermometer packed to battle fever if that

becomes an issue. Also, I take Airborne the day I fly

and drink water throughout the journey. For whatever

the reason (meds, PSC, etc.) staying hydrated can be

difficult but traveling can add to this problem. There

may or may not be any benefit to doing so and

certainly check with the doc to see if is ok to take

something like Airborne. It may be a mental thing for

me but (knock on wood) I have yet to catch a cold when

I take the stuff.

Have a great time in Ireland! It sounds like a

wonderful trip.

Jeff in Texas

--- Debbie Foley patanddebbiefoley@...> wrote:

> My husband and I are planning to take a 3-week trip

> to Ireland this

> summer. Does anyone have advice for me? Will I

> need to bring along

> all of my prescriptions in their original bottles

> (to get through

> customs - we're traveling through London so need to

> go through British

> & Irish customs, as well as back to US customs).

> Should I bring

> medical records, too? I'm also considering just

> leaving behind all of

> my supplements (omega-3, vitamins, etc) and just

> bringing my Urso,

> Konsul, imodium, and narcotics to simplify matters -

> but I'm not sure

> if such a change might increase the likelihood of

> complications. My

> PSC is well established and pretty stable, but this

> is my first lengthy

> trip since diagnosis. Help!

>

> Debbie in Seattle

>

>

[Guest guest]

Debbie and other summer travelers:

I agree with Lori and Arne. Here are a couple other thoughts as well:

Carry all medications in big plastic bag. If you have room, bring your supplements, so you are not changing your usual routine.

Bring medical documents - I have a recent MD progress note about , original consults, last reports of labs, colonoscopy, liver biopsy, etc.

I also carry a printed copy of a PSC article - FYI to those who only remember "they heard of it in Med School"

I would ask you doctor for a prescription for cipro or an antibiotic to cover a cholangitis attack. We carry it and have not had to use it on vacation, but my brain likes the security.

Travel insurance is another extra security for me. We have used "World Nomads" which is not dependent on making arrangements at time of paying for your airline ticket.

Last year we went to Europe. The best advice I got was to travel with one bag that you can carry (plus a smaller travel bag - which I put a fanny pack in, lightweight jackets fit in it, books, medication, etc).

The one bag idea worked so well for us, carrying luggage on and off trains and boats and up narrow staircases. I worked hard on what to bring - lightweight and clothes that could be hand washed and dry overnight (REI or Patagonia or Ex-Officio, which also has good sun-protective garments, or Sierra Trading Post are all good resources).

Then look up onebag.com - their advice is the best for how to pack for a long trip and carry only one bag.

I told a woman going to Ireland about onebag.com. She did it - with ease. Her two friends had giant suitcases that killed their backs and were a pain. So what if you wear all blue or all black for a couple weeks - I liked having the ease of fewer worries!

One other travel thought - I love getting the more unusual travel books - like Lonely Planet or Moon - I have found such interesting places to visit that other people don't seem to know about! And a way to avoid huge crowds!

Last travel thought - as you are going on a day trip - take more medication than you need for that day. We almost missed the last train home one night and would not have had meds for to cover a night in a tiny village! I learned - be sure the train schedule you look at is for the correct day of the week (oops!).

And best of all - Enjoy!

Joanne H

(, Ca., mom of 17, UC/PSC 2-06)

... I wrote a list of emergency numbers, doctors contacts etc. I would bring medial history as well. It is always better to be safer. I am sure you know, but be sure to put all meds on your carry on bag! Have a great time!

My husband and I are planning to take a 3-week trip to Ireland ...

..

[Guest guest]

Debbie and other summer travelers:

I agree with Lori and Arne. Here are a couple other thoughts as well:

Carry all medications in big plastic bag. If you have room, bring your supplements, so you are not changing your usual routine.

Bring medical documents - I have a recent MD progress note about , original consults, last reports of labs, colonoscopy, liver biopsy, etc.

I also carry a printed copy of a PSC article - FYI to those who only remember "they heard of it in Med School"

I would ask you doctor for a prescription for cipro or an antibiotic to cover a cholangitis attack. We carry it and have not had to use it on vacation, but my brain likes the security.

Travel insurance is another extra security for me. We have used "World Nomads" which is not dependent on making arrangements at time of paying for your airline ticket.

Last year we went to Europe. The best advice I got was to travel with one bag that you can carry (plus a smaller travel bag - which I put a fanny pack in, lightweight jackets fit in it, books, medication, etc).

The one bag idea worked so well for us, carrying luggage on and off trains and boats and up narrow staircases. I worked hard on what to bring - lightweight and clothes that could be hand washed and dry overnight (REI or Patagonia or Ex-Officio, which also has good sun-protective garments, or Sierra Trading Post are all good resources).

Then look up onebag.com - their advice is the best for how to pack for a long trip and carry only one bag.

I told a woman going to Ireland about onebag.com. She did it - with ease. Her two friends had giant suitcases that killed their backs and were a pain. So what if you wear all blue or all black for a couple weeks - I liked having the ease of fewer worries!

One other travel thought - I love getting the more unusual travel books - like Lonely Planet or Moon - I have found such interesting places to visit that other people don't seem to know about! And a way to avoid huge crowds!

Last travel thought - as you are going on a day trip - take more medication than you need for that day. We almost missed the last train home one night and would not have had meds for to cover a night in a tiny village! I learned - be sure the train schedule you look at is for the correct day of the week (oops!).

And best of all - Enjoy!

Joanne H

(, Ca., mom of 17, UC/PSC 2-06)

... I wrote a list of emergency numbers, doctors contacts etc. I would bring medial history as well. It is always better to be safer. I am sure you know, but be sure to put all meds on your carry on bag! Have a great time!

My husband and I are planning to take a 3-week trip to Ireland ...

..

[Guest guest]

Debbie and other summer travelers:

I agree with Lori and Arne. Here are a couple other thoughts as well:

Carry all medications in big plastic bag. If you have room, bring your supplements, so you are not changing your usual routine.

Bring medical documents - I have a recent MD progress note about , original consults, last reports of labs, colonoscopy, liver biopsy, etc.

I also carry a printed copy of a PSC article - FYI to those who only remember "they heard of it in Med School"

I would ask you doctor for a prescription for cipro or an antibiotic to cover a cholangitis attack. We carry it and have not had to use it on vacation, but my brain likes the security.

Travel insurance is another extra security for me. We have used "World Nomads" which is not dependent on making arrangements at time of paying for your airline ticket.

Last year we went to Europe. The best advice I got was to travel with one bag that you can carry (plus a smaller travel bag - which I put a fanny pack in, lightweight jackets fit in it, books, medication, etc).

The one bag idea worked so well for us, carrying luggage on and off trains and boats and up narrow staircases. I worked hard on what to bring - lightweight and clothes that could be hand washed and dry overnight (REI or Patagonia or Ex-Officio, which also has good sun-protective garments, or Sierra Trading Post are all good resources).

Then look up onebag.com - their advice is the best for how to pack for a long trip and carry only one bag.

I told a woman going to Ireland about onebag.com. She did it - with ease. Her two friends had giant suitcases that killed their backs and were a pain. So what if you wear all blue or all black for a couple weeks - I liked having the ease of fewer worries!

One other travel thought - I love getting the more unusual travel books - like Lonely Planet or Moon - I have found such interesting places to visit that other people don't seem to know about! And a way to avoid huge crowds!

Last travel thought - as you are going on a day trip - take more medication than you need for that day. We almost missed the last train home one night and would not have had meds for to cover a night in a tiny village! I learned - be sure the train schedule you look at is for the correct day of the week (oops!).

And best of all - Enjoy!

Joanne H

(, Ca., mom of 17, UC/PSC 2-06)

... I wrote a list of emergency numbers, doctors contacts etc. I would bring medial history as well. It is always better to be safer. I am sure you know, but be sure to put all meds on your carry on bag! Have a great time!

My husband and I are planning to take a 3-week trip to Ireland ...

..

[Guest guest]

Debbie,

I found when I had a cholangitis attack out of town that no one in the

emergency room had every heard of PSC. So when I went to Sydney,

Australia a few years ago I found via internet, the liver transplant

center in Sydney so that if I had an emergency, I would go there.

Fortunately my bile ducts did fine on that trip. I also carry a printout

of the Mayo Clinic web page on PSC every time I go out of town.

I hope you enjoy your trip and stay healthy.

(Sacramento dx UC and PSC 2001)

[Guest guest]

Debbie,

I found when I had a cholangitis attack out of town that no one in the

emergency room had every heard of PSC. So when I went to Sydney,

Australia a few years ago I found via internet, the liver transplant

center in Sydney so that if I had an emergency, I would go there.

Fortunately my bile ducts did fine on that trip. I also carry a printout

of the Mayo Clinic web page on PSC every time I go out of town.

I hope you enjoy your trip and stay healthy.

(Sacramento dx UC and PSC 2001)

[Guest guest]

Debbie, Sounds like a wonderful trip. Hope you have a great time. I actually got searched quite thoroughly in London as part of a random screeing and I didn't have any problems. I had all my prescriptions in the regular bottles and they didn't even question me about them. I always take benadryl with me just in case my seasonal allergies find something in a new location to get excited about. I would check with your health insurance provider and see if they will cover charges incurred out of the US. Mine won't so I purchase travel insurance with good medical benefits and a clause that I can have a medical evacuation to the States if deemed necessary. My last suggestion is going to sound strange but it was a life saver to me. I tend to get blisters on my feet when I'm walking a lot on

vacation. Probably a side effect of buying cute shoes before I leave. A guide told me on a hiking/camping trip into the Grand Canyon that duct tape will prevent blisters. He said as soon as you start to feel a hot spot put duct tape on the area and it won't blister. I skeptically tried it and it worked great. Now I always take duct tape when I plan to walk for an extended period of time. No sense letting sore feet ruin a great vacation. Duct tape can really fix anything. Darcy

[Guest guest]

Debbie, Sounds like a wonderful trip. Hope you have a great time. I actually got searched quite thoroughly in London as part of a random screeing and I didn't have any problems. I had all my prescriptions in the regular bottles and they didn't even question me about them. I always take benadryl with me just in case my seasonal allergies find something in a new location to get excited about. I would check with your health insurance provider and see if they will cover charges incurred out of the US. Mine won't so I purchase travel insurance with good medical benefits and a clause that I can have a medical evacuation to the States if deemed necessary. My last suggestion is going to sound strange but it was a life saver to me. I tend to get blisters on my feet when I'm walking a lot on

vacation. Probably a side effect of buying cute shoes before I leave. A guide told me on a hiking/camping trip into the Grand Canyon that duct tape will prevent blisters. He said as soon as you start to feel a hot spot put duct tape on the area and it won't blister. I skeptically tried it and it worked great. Now I always take duct tape when I plan to walk for an extended period of time. No sense letting sore feet ruin a great vacation. Duct tape can really fix anything. Darcy

[Guest guest]

Debbie, Sounds like a wonderful trip. Hope you have a great time. I actually got searched quite thoroughly in London as part of a random screeing and I didn't have any problems. I had all my prescriptions in the regular bottles and they didn't even question me about them. I always take benadryl with me just in case my seasonal allergies find something in a new location to get excited about. I would check with your health insurance provider and see if they will cover charges incurred out of the US. Mine won't so I purchase travel insurance with good medical benefits and a clause that I can have a medical evacuation to the States if deemed necessary. My last suggestion is going to sound strange but it was a life saver to me. I tend to get blisters on my feet when I'm walking a lot on

vacation. Probably a side effect of buying cute shoes before I leave. A guide told me on a hiking/camping trip into the Grand Canyon that duct tape will prevent blisters. He said as soon as you start to feel a hot spot put duct tape on the area and it won't blister. I skeptically tried it and it worked great. Now I always take duct tape when I plan to walk for an extended period of time. No sense letting sore feet ruin a great vacation. Duct tape can really fix anything. Darcy

[Guest guest]

When Jens and I went on our honeymoon in 2001, we went to Germany 2.5 weeks

after 9/11.

I was enrolled in a clinical trial at the time, and was administering injections

of Enbrel to

myself. I took prescription medications in bottles, a note from my hep, Enbrel

in my carry-

on (and a very nice flight attendant gave me a ton of ice to keep it cold for

me), and

hypodermic needles in my suitcase. We bought sterile saline at a pharmacy, and

disposed of

the used needles at the local hospital before we left. The last two steps were

conducted in

German/Bavarian!

I hadn't thought to take a description of PSC with me, or standard OTC meds, but

I was

feeling much better then, so it didn't occur to me that I would need them.

All in all, if you are prepared, nothing will go wrong! Have a great time!

Colleen

[Guest guest]

When Jens and I went on our honeymoon in 2001, we went to Germany 2.5 weeks

after 9/11.

I was enrolled in a clinical trial at the time, and was administering injections

of Enbrel to

myself. I took prescription medications in bottles, a note from my hep, Enbrel

in my carry-

on (and a very nice flight attendant gave me a ton of ice to keep it cold for

me), and

hypodermic needles in my suitcase. We bought sterile saline at a pharmacy, and

disposed of

the used needles at the local hospital before we left. The last two steps were

conducted in

German/Bavarian!

I hadn't thought to take a description of PSC with me, or standard OTC meds, but

I was

feeling much better then, so it didn't occur to me that I would need them.

All in all, if you are prepared, nothing will go wrong! Have a great time!

Colleen

[Guest guest]

When Jens and I went on our honeymoon in 2001, we went to Germany 2.5 weeks

after 9/11.

I was enrolled in a clinical trial at the time, and was administering injections

of Enbrel to

myself. I took prescription medications in bottles, a note from my hep, Enbrel

in my carry-

on (and a very nice flight attendant gave me a ton of ice to keep it cold for

me), and

hypodermic needles in my suitcase. We bought sterile saline at a pharmacy, and

disposed of

the used needles at the local hospital before we left. The last two steps were

conducted in

German/Bavarian!

I hadn't thought to take a description of PSC with me, or standard OTC meds, but

I was

feeling much better then, so it didn't occur to me that I would need them.

All in all, if you are prepared, nothing will go wrong! Have a great time!

Colleen