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Can You Bring Eye Drops on a Plane? Packing Tips for Air Travel!

Traveling with medications raises many questions and concerns, especially when it comes to bringing them aboard an aircraft .

For those who rely on eye drops —whether for dry eyes, allergies, glaucoma or other eye conditions —knowing the rules and best practices can fly with your eye drops safely and legally is essential. Here, we'll cover everything you need to know about flying with eye drops:

• Can you take eye drops on a plane?
• Are they considered liquid by the TSA?
• Do you need a medical prescription to fly with eye drops?
• Can you pack eye drops in your carry-on?
• How to keep your eye drops cool when flying?

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Are Eye Drops Allowed on Planes?

Going through airport security checkpoints with liquids or medications can be quite stressful, but when it comes to eye drops , the Transport Security Administration (TSA) rules are pretty clear.

Whether you need lubricant eye drops to combat dry eyes from the plane cabin's recycled air, medicated eye drops for a specific eye condition like glaucoma, or antibiotic drops to treat an eye infection, understanding how eye drops are handled during airport security checks is quite helpful.

Do Eye Drops Count as Liquid for the TSA?

When packing your eye drops for a flight, the first question is whether the TSA considers eye drops as standard liquids.

And the answer is yes, it does. The TSA treats eye drops as liquids. This means they are subject to the TSA’s liquids rule, which allows you to carry liquids in containers of 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less per item . These containers must be placed in a clear, quart-sized bag.

Fortunately, most eye drop brands and types come in bottles smaller than one ounce (generally 15 to 50 ml), so you can pack several bottles and still comply with TSA regulations.

But wait, there’s a difference between prescription eye drops and over-the-counter drops.

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Prescription eye drops vs. OTC drops

Prescription eye drops needed for medical reasons and over-the-counter drops are treated differently during security screenings at the airport.

Prescription eye drops , such as those for managing conditions like glaucoma, chronic dry eye, conjunctivitis, or age-related macular degeneration, are subject to more flexible TSA guidelines compared to over-the-counter options. Travelers are permitted to carry quantities exceeding the standard 3.4-ounce limit. However, you should declare it to the security officers at checkpoints to avoid any issues. Besides, to ensure a smooth process, always keep prescription drops in their original packaging, clearly labeled with your name and the prescribing doctor’s information. This helps verify their legitimacy quickly and can aid in a hassle-free security check.

For over-the-counter eye drops, such as those used to alleviate symptoms of dry eye syndrome, adherence to the TSA’s 3-1-1 rule for liquids is required. This means each eye drop bottle must not exceed 3.4 ounces, and all containers must fit within a single quart-sized plastic bag. If your travel needs require more than what is permissible in your carry-on, consider placing additional supplies in your checked luggage or plan to purchase more OTC eye drops at your destination.

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Do You Need a Prescription for Flying with Eye Drops?

For domestic flights within the U.S., you generally do not need to show a prescription to carry eye drops, whether they are prescription drops or over the counter.

However, it’s a good practice to ensure the labels are clearly visible so the security officers can easily identify the liquid inside.

However, for international flights , regulations can vary by country, so it's always wiser to have a prescription or a doctor’s note, especially if you’re carrying large quantities or prescription drops. This documentation can help facilitate smooth passage through customs and security checkpoints.

Can I Bring Eye Drops in My Carry-On?

Absolutely! In fact, it's recommended to keep eye drops in your carry-on rather than in your checked luggage.

This way, you can access them during the flight , particularly important on long flights where dry cabin air might affect your eyes. Just remember the TSA's liquid rules , and you’ll be all set.

Moreover, packing eye drops in your checked luggage is not recommended for several reasons:

• Temperature Control : Checked luggage compartments often experience extreme temperature fluctuations, which can be too cold or too hot. Such conditions can compromise the effectiveness of your eye drops, especially if they are sensitive to temperature changes.

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• Risk of Loss or Delay : Luggage can sometimes be lost or delayed at arrivals. If your eye drops are essential for your vision or eye health, packing them in your checked luggage could interrupt your treatment if you bag gets lost or delayed.
• Leakage and Damage : The rough handling of checked luggage could cause your eye drop bottles to break or leak. Keeping them in your carry-on reduces the risk of damage and ensures that your eye drops remain intact and ready to use whenever you need them. 

How to Pack Your Eye Drops for Air Travel

Packing your eye drops properly when traveling by plane not only helps with airport security procedures but can also ensure they remain sterile and effective throughout your journey. Here are some tips: 

• Use a Travel-Sized Eye Drop Bottle : If your eye drops come in a large bottle, you may have to transfer a smaller amount into a travel-sized container that complies with TSA requirements. 
• Keep your Eye Drops Cool : If your eye drops need to be kept cool or refrigerated, maintaining their temperature can be a challenge during flights. Make sure to pack them in an insulated carrying case, like the ones from 4AllFamily .

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• Keep It Labeled: Ensure your eye drop bottles are clearly labeled, especially if it's prescription. This can prevent any issues or misunderstandings during the security process.
• Pack a Backup: Accidents happen—bottles can leak, or items might be misplaced. Carrying a backup set of eye drops can save you a lot of trouble when traveling!
• Use a Zip-Lock Bag : To prevent any leakage from affecting your other belongings, carrying your eye drops in a small zip-lock bag. 
• Carry Documentation : If your eye drops are prescription, carrying documentation from your doctor may be helpful when flying, particularly for international travel where regulations might be stricter.
• Check Airline Policies : Before you travel, check if your airline has specific policies about carrying liquids or eye drop medications that might affect how you pack your eye drops.
• Consider Your Final Destination: Think about where you are flying to. If you're going to a place with limited access to pharmacies, it's even more critical to ensure you have enough eye drops to last through your trip.

These simple tips should help you ensure that your eye drops remain safe, sterile, and readily available while on the plane! Preparing well for air travel with eye drops is important. Not only does it ease your journey, but it also keeps your eyes healthy and comfortable, no matter where your travels take you.

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Hola Vilma, Para refrigerar sus gotas de ojo mientras viajando o el el avion, aconsejamos usar uno de nuestros coolers. Puedes consultar el catalogo aqui: https://4allfamily.com/collections/all Si tiene cualquier duda para elegir, no dudes en contactar el servicio de attencion al cliente aqui: Customer Support Phone number +1 508 921 0865 Email [email protected] Te deseamos un buen viaje, 4AllFamily Customer Care Team

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Hola tengo plasma en gotas para los Ojos ,voy a Brasil,en avión ,necesita refrigeración,cómo lo transportó?

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This light and compact re-usable cooling wallet for glaucoma eye drops will keep your eye drops below 26 degrees Celsius for 40+ hours. The wallet does not require refrigeration, simply activate with cold water. The Mini Travel Wallet holds 1 bottle.

• Inner wallet dimensions: 90mm (h) x 60mm (w)
• Simply activate with cold water
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A FRIO wallet works through a process of evaporation which ensures its contents are kept cool and safe. Each FRIO pouch consists of an inner wallet and an outer cover. The inner wallet contains specially developed crystals which activate when immersed in water, expanding into a gel and remaining cool for   40+ hours. To activate your FRIO simply immerse the inner wallet in water for the time specified on the instructions. Then simply pat the inner wallet dry with a towel and insert it into the outer cover. The FRIO has been independently tested and certified regarding its effectiveness and it can be reactivated simply by placing in water when required and used repeatedly. It will keep in-use eye drops within safe temperatures of 18-26°C for a minimum of 45 hours, even in a constant environmental temperature of 37.8°C.

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• Keep insulin and other temperature-sensitive medication cool
• Maintains a safe temperature of 18-26°C, even in a constant environmental temperatures of 37.8°C
• Keeps cool for 45hrs minimum, and with a quick re-soak the wallet can be activated for a further 45hrs minimum
• In-use Insulin is safe in a FRIO wallet for up to 28 days (as per the life of in-use insulin kept above fridge-temperature)

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• Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13 x 13 x 0.8 cm; 60 g
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Customers like the quality of the refrigerator. They say it works well, is reliable, and convenient to use. Some say it performed great through their entire trip and allowed them to travel worry free.

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"...stayed at the right temp the whole time and the traveling case worked great with my portable charger for when I didn't have a plug. Highly recommend!" Read more

Customers find the refrigerator easy to use. They say it's a convenient godsend that keeps their medications at the right temperature.

"...another part of a room with an outlet or a battery and feels manageable with little effort . I really needed this and have mever regretted buying it...." Read more

"This product is reliable and convenient to use —excellent customer support team who's always quick and helpful in responding to questions...." Read more

"...with refrigerated medicine is a nightmare but this cooler has made it so much easier !! Totally worth the price...." Read more

"... Very counter intuitive . And why not paint it white, if you’re trying to keep the content cool. Dark colors absorb heat." Read more

Customers are mixed about the value of the refrigerator. Some mention it's totally worth the price and a piece of mind purchase, while others say it'll cost you more than you expect.

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"...with an injection if I ever need to, but even if not, it is 100% worth the money spent considering that even with the cheapest biosimilar the drug I..." Read more

"... Not cheap but reasonable for the reliability and capacity of the product." Read more

Customers are mixed about the size of the refrigerator. Some mention that it's small enough to fit in a large purse or small backpack or diaper bag, and doesn't require much room. They also love that their medication fits and that the battery pack can be charged while running. However, others say that it takes up the same amount of space in their carry-on or back pack, and that it isn't big enough inside.

"... It doesn’t require much room , is extremely quiet, shows the temp right at the top for easy monitoring and although I have it on a table in my living..." Read more

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Customers are mixed about the noise produced by the refrigerator. Some mention that it's extremely quiet, while others say that it makes a slight noise when running. The fan unit hums a little, but it'll soon turn into ambient noise.

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Customers have mixed opinions about the USB connection of the refrigerator. Some find it awesome and great for traveling, while others say that it's failing and the power head sounds like R2D2. Some customers also have problems with the USB plug coming loose and the USB C charger not working from car.

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If you travel with medications, syringes, or eye drops you will want to read the following post! We travel with Growth Hormone syringes and after many trying trips, I finally solved how to keep syringes and medications at an even temperature when refrigeration and ice is not available.

Plans to travel to third world countries had me wondering just how to carry Growth Hormone and keep it safe from extreme temperatures. Power shedding, lack of refrigeration and freezers, parasites, and contaminated water were just a few of my concerns. I needed a TSA approved coolant that would keep medications cool when I had no access to refrigeration or ice. Then I discovered the FRIO Travel Cooler for Medications!

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For our travel needs, the FRIO Travel Cooler is perfect. It keeps Andrew’s syringes cool and I can re-hydrate it with water when ice, refrigeration, and electricity isn’t available. This reusable, cooling pack comes in varying sizes. I purchased the large size wallet and the medical carry case. The case is TSA approved.

The carry case offers storage for a small sharps container, as well as rubbing alcohol pads, our letter of medical necessity, and a few other basic first aid items, like Band-Aids. When using our FRIO, I remove the syringes from the prescription box because of how much room it takes up. However, it is imperative t o travel with the prescription label so I keep the box and label dry by placing it in a baggie which I store flat with the syringes. To date, I have never had an issue with this method, whether traveling domestically or overseas.

Activating the FRIO Pouch

To activate our FRIO, I soak it in water for 5-10 minutes, no more than 15 minutes.  For the first 5 minutes I like to pinch and move the crystals around as they expand into a gel-like substance.

Having lost my mind while packing for the last trip, I let the FRIO soak for several hours and it was so swollen I could barely fit one syringe inside. It was unusable and took f-o-r-e-v-e-r to dry out.  It is important to not over-soak the FRIO cooler! The cooling crystals will remain cool for two days. I re-soak the pouch every few days for as long as needed.

A Heat Test for the FRIO Cooler

When I first received our FRIO pouch, I left it in the hot car to test the temperature. The car’s temperature was 140 degrees Fahrenheit. The pack was warm on the outside. My heart sank, but surprisingly enough it was nice cool 70 degrees on the inside. I was thrilled! A cool FRIO in a hot car meant our travels were no longer tied to electricity and refrigeration.

Temperature Awareness

Be aware that the FRIO Cooler is just that – a cooler – it is not designed to keep refrigerated temperatures. While the FRIO is specifically designed for insulin users, I know other travelers who also use the cooler to keep their eye drops and prescriptions at a constant temperature.

Information for Prader-Willi syndrome travelers: I researched temperature requirements for the Genotropin Miniquicks (Growth Hormone) that I need to pack for Andrew. I gleaned the following information from the Pfizer Medical Information Section.

“Before you mix the growth hormone powder with the liquid in the syringe, you can store the GENOTROPIN MINIQUICK in the refrigerator [36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C)]. However, you can also store the GENOTROPIN MINIQUICK at room temperature [68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C)] for up to three months. Do not freeze.” Information found at: https://www.pfizermedicalinformation.com/en-us/patient/genotropin

I suggest checking with your pharmaceutical company or Google their medications descriptions for related safe storage requirements. The FRIO will keep a temperature of 60°F-72°F depending upon the weather it is exposed to.

I can carry our Miniquicks at room temperature but using the FRIO I’m assured that the temperature will remain constant regardless of the climate we find ourselves in.

Drying the FRIO Pouch

After using the FRIO pouch, I air dry it on my laundry rack for several weeks. Every once in awhile, I use my fingers to move around the crystals and separate the lumps. Once dried, the crystals return to their natural hardness. I store the pouch, wallet, and carry tote with our first aid supplies until I need it for the next outing.

Other FRIO Advantages

Besides travel, you can use the FRIO cooler for emergency situations. Last summer, we lost power for three days and the coolant pouch came in handy to keep our Growth Hormone syringes cool as the house grew hot and stuffy. I look at the FRIO cooler like it’s an addition to our emergency first aid kit. Knowing that medications and eye drops are safe during disasters gives a peace of mind. Keeping medications cool due to power outages, natural disasters, hurricanes, forest fires, trekking, camping or traveling, has just gotten easier! The peace of mind is priceless!

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– Simply activate with cold water! – Light and compact – Reusable – Includes a waterproof liner

All FRIO wallets have been designed with our patented crystal technology to keep your temperature sensitive medication cool and safe.

The FRIO Eye Drop 1 is perfect for a variety of different types of eye-drop medication, making this particular FRIO ideal for those with conditions such as Dry Eye, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Ocular Hypertension and Glaucoma .

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A traveler's guide to Novosibirsk, the unofficial capital of Siberia

Trans-Siberian heritage

Residents of Novosibirsk love trains and are proud of the fact that their city played a significant role in the history of the grand Trans-Siberian railway, which spans the breadth of Russia. The railway is such a part of Novosibirsk identity that it is even depicted on the city’s emblem, along with the bridge that crosses the Ob river and two Siberian sables standing on their hind legs.  

In the city, there are as many as five monuments to trains, and an open-air locomotive museum is located in the vicinity of the train station Seyatel’. The museum has more than 100 steam locomotives, diesel locomotives and carriages, reflecting the history of rail transportation in Russia from pre-revolutionary times to the present day. Wondering around the stationary trains and comparing your height with the diameter of the gigantic iron wheels of the first steam locomotives is all very well, but why not climb inside the carriages and see how the nobility once traveled across Russia in pre-revolutionary times? These tours will however need to be booked in advance. The museum opens from 11:00 until 17:00 every day except Mondays. 

Novosibirsk spans both sides of the river Ob. In the early twentieth century, the border of two different timezones passed right through the city which led to a strange situation- morning on the east bank started one hour earlier than on the west bank! The two-kilometer covered metro bridge that crosses the river is considered the longest in the world. Due to the fluctuations in temperature across the year (on average +30 °C to -30 °C), during the summer the metro bridge expands, and in the winter it contracts by half a meter. To counter these effects, the bridge’s supports are equipped with special rollers that allow it to move.   

The cultural center of Siberia

The repertoire of the theatre can be viewed on its official website . The theatre season runs from September to July, and comprises mainly classical performances, like the ballet “The Nutcracker” by Tchaikovsky, Borodin’s opera “Prince Igor” and Verdi’s “La Traviata”.  

The large Siberian sea and ligers

Weekends are best spent at the Novosibirsk zoo . The zoo is known for breeding big cats, although surrounded by controversy, hosts a successful crossing of a tiger and lion, which of course would not otherwise breed in wildlife. Ligers, or exotic cubs of an African lion and Bengal tigress, feel quite comfortable in the Siberian climate and even produce offspring. The zoo is open to visitors year-round, seven days a week, and even has its own free mobile app, Zoo Nsk .

Every year at the beginning of January, the festival of snow culture takes place bringing together artists from across Russia and around the world to participate in a snow sculpting competition. The tradition started in 2000 inspired by the snow festival in Sapporo, Novosibirsk’s twin-city.

Siberian Silicon Valley

Despite the fact that Akademgorodok was built half a century ago in the middle of the uninhabited Siberian taiga, architecturally it was ahead of its time. No trees were destroyed for its construction, and houses were built right in the middle of the forest. A man walking through the woods would seemingly stumble upon these structures. At that time, no one had built anything similar in the world and ecovillages only became fashionable much later.

For residents of the Novosibirsk Akademgorodok is a different world. When you step out the bus or car, you are immediately on one of the hiking paths through the forest, between the scientific buildings and clubs. On a walk through Akademgorodok, it is possible to unexpectedly encounter art-like objects handmade by residents of the city which have been erected as monuments and some monuments fixed up by city authorities. For example, the monument to the laboratory mice, which knits a strand of DNA on to some needles, can be found in the square alongside the Institute of Cytology and Genetics. In Akademgorodok there are many cafes and restaurants, in which it is possible to rest after a long walk. Grab a coffee and go to eat at Traveler’s Coffee , or eat lunch at the grille and bar People’s or Clover .

Winters in the Akademgorodok are slightly colder than in the city, so wrap up. Spring and summer are usually wetter, so waterproof boots are recommended. In the summer the Ob sea provides respite from the heat, so do not forget your swimsuit to go for a dip.

Memento Mori

Among the exhibits of the museum is one dedicated to world funeral culture — hearses, memorial jewellery from the hair of the deceased, samples from a specific photo-genre of  "post mortem", a collection of funeral wear from the Victorian era, deathmasks, statues and monuments. There’s also an impressive collection of coffins. One of them, resembling a fish, was manufactured on a special visit to Novosibirsk by a designer coffin-maker from Africa, Eric Adjetey Anang, who specializes in the production of unusual coffins.

Surprisingly, the crematorium itself does not look at all gloomy in appearance and definitely does not look like infernal scenes from movies, or like crematoriums of other cities that gravitate towards gloomy temple aesthetics. The Novosibirsk crematorium is decorated in “cheerful” orange tones and is surrounded by a park with a children’s playground nearby. A visit to the museum then leaves you with mixed feelings. 

Novosibirsk underground

Tourists from all over the world go down into the Moscow metro to take a ride and a few selfies in the most famous underground museum. The Novosibirsk metro is also quite a museum in itself — it has 13 stations, the most beautiful of which is Gagarinskaya, Sibirskaya and Rechnoy Vokzal.

The ultramodern Gagarinskaya station is like a real cosmos underground. Its technologically themed design includes marble walls with metallic elements, dark blue backlighting and portraits of Yuri Gagarin. The Sibirskaya station looks like an underground treasure trove, decorated by Altai masters craftsmen with mosaics of precious Siberian stones. The Rechnoy Vokzal station is framed with ten glowing stained glass windows depicting the largest cities of Siberia, including Novosibirsk itself, Omsk, Barnaul and others. The platform resembles a big ship sailing on the Ob, from which ancient Siberian cities are visible through its windows.  

How to get there

The easiest way to get to Novosibirsk is by plane with Aeroflot or Novosibirsk airline S7 with one-way tickets from Moscow costing from 200-250 USD. If you decide to take from the train from Moscow, you’ll have to travel approximately a third of the Trans-Siberian Railway. That’s 3,300 kilometers over almost a three-day journey. 

Where to stay

There are many great hotels in Novosibirsk. Amongst the best include a four-star Doubletree hotel by Hilton , which is located near Lenin Square (per room from $200). After renovations and repairs, the congress-hotel Novosibirsk has improved (per room from $100) and is located across from the train station. Less expensive but of a similar standard is the four-star River Park hotel near Rechnoy Vokzal metro station, which costs $80 per night.

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