2023-08-27 04:04:51
Travel by plane safely
¿Medicines or
medical devices
in the carry-on bag?
What people should be especially careful when traveling by plane?
Possible problems after the trip
Better in the original packaging. not in pillboxes
Jet lag: caused by a mismatch in the circadian rhythm. It can cause fatigue, headaches, insomnia, appetite problems
Short trips between week 28 and 34
Reduce travel in general after week 34
Multiple pregnancies: no travel after week 30, increased risk of premature birth
Babies: although there are no problems after two days, it is advised to wait a week
Bring the prescription or health report
Include them inside a transparent plastic bag
Dizziness caused by a mismatch between the sense of sight and the sense of balance felt by the body
Nasal congestion, flu, allergies, sinusitis and rhinitis can cause earaches on the plane due to rapid pressure changes
Maximum: carry medication for three months
Liquid medicines are exempt from liquid transportation restrictions, as long as their need is justified
Dry skin, eyes and nose due to low humidity in the airplane environment
With otitis, it is advisable not to travel (risk of eardrum perforation)
Do not travel by plane after an ocular intervention for retinal repair or corneal transplantation
Proof of the reasons for use and the recommended dose
Discomfort in the ear due to pressure changes that can be stabilized by swallowing saliva or yawning
Avoid traveling within 24 hours of dental treatment
How to prepare a travel kit?
If you have to go up with a syringe, needles, thermometers or similar, it is ESSENTIAL to carry a medical certificate proving the need
Essential medications must go with you in the cabin. A more complete first-aid kit can also be prepared, which can be invoiced:
drugs in
checked baggage?
Take into account the different temperatures in the aircraft hold
Also bring a medical certificate
Source: Spanish Nursing Research Institute of the CGE / ABC
Travel by airplane
Safely
¿Medicines or
medical devices
in the carry-on bag?
Better in the original packaging. not in pillboxes
Bring the prescription or health report
Include them inside a transparent plastic bag
Maximum: carry medication for three months
Liquid medicines are exempt from liquid transportation restrictions, as long as their need is justified
Proof of the reasons for use and the recommended dose
If you have to go up with a syringe, needles, thermometers or similar, it is ESSENTIAL to carry a medical certificate proving the need
drugs in
checked baggage?
Take into account the different temperatures in the aircraft hold
Also bring a medical certificate
What people should be especially careful when traveling by plane?
Short trips between week 28 and 34
Reduce travel in general after week 34
Multiple pregnancies: no travel after week 30, increased risk of premature birth
Babies: although there are no problems after two days, it is advised to wait a week
Nasal congestion, flu, allergies, sinusitis and rhinitis can cause earaches on the plane due to rapid pressure changes
With otitis, it is advisable not to travel (risk of eardrum perforation)
Do not travel by plane after an ocular intervention for retinal repair or corneal transplantation
Avoid traveling within 24 hours of dental treatment
Possible problems after the trip
Jet lag: caused by a mismatch in the circadian rhythm. It can cause fatigue, headaches, insomnia, appetite problems
Dizziness caused by a mismatch between the sense of sight and the sense of balance felt by the body
Dry skin, eyes and nose due to low humidity in the airplane environment
Discomfort in the ear due to pressure changes that can be stabilized by swallowing saliva or yawning
How to prepare a travel kit?
Fuente:
Spanish Nursing Research Institute of the CGE
ABC
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