- Medicine prohibited in all foreign countries:
- Morphine
- Methadone
- Difenoxylate
- Methylphenidate
- Opium
- Codeine phosphate
- Countries with stricter regulations:
Some countries are very strict regarding the prohibition of medications during air travel, and offenders may face imprisonment for several years. However, some countries have more lenient laws. If you are a patient and need to carry medication with you, it’s better to carry your prescription and show it to airport authorities at the departure and destination airports. Alternatively, you can carry your prescription and purchase the medication at your destination from a pharmacy.
Prohibited Pills During Flights:
Among medications, some are prohibited in most countries. Here are some pills that are prohibited for air travel in all countries:
- Morphine
- Methadone
- Difenoxylate
- Methylphenidate
- Opium
- Codeine phosphate
Additionally, some syrups are also prohibited, and you should not carry them with you to foreign countries. These syrups include:
- Hydroxyquin
- Phenobarbital
- Dextromethorphan
- Dextromethorphan P
- Hydrocodone
Prohibited Ampoules During Flights:
In addition to pills and syrups, the entry of some ampoules into foreign countries is also prohibited. These ampoules include:
- Morphine
- Methadone
- Alfentanil
- Thalamonal
- Pentazocine
- Pethidine
- Naloxone
- Dihydrobenzopridol
Prohibition of Medications in the United Arab Emirates:
The list mentioned above consists of medications prohibited in all foreign countries. However, as mentioned, some countries have stricter regulations regarding medication prohibition. The United Arab Emirates is one such country with significant strictness in this regard. Therefore, a complete list of medications prohibited in this country is provided below to avoid any issues for fellow travelers intending to visit the UAE.
- Methadone
- Fentanyl
- Morphine
- Pethidine
- Codeine
- Dexapin (Capsule)
- Chlorpromazine (Ampoule)
- Chlorpromazine (Tablet)
- Clidinium C (Tablet)
- Clomipramine (Tablet)
- Clonazepam (Tablet)
- Paracetamol codeine
Russia:
Other prohibited items include possession of drugs such as barbiturates, codeine, anabolic steroids, and other androgens and sex hormones, painkillers (tramadol), sibutramine, psychiatric drugs, or other prohibited substances.
On December 28, 2016, Resolution No. 1515 of the Russian Federation government was issued regarding the laws that must be observed when bringing medication for personal use by individuals traveling to the territory of the Russian Federation.
According to this decree, whenever any of the drugs containing narcotics or psychotropic substances from Lists I, II, and III enter the territory of the Russian Federation, medical documents confirming the need for the use of that Medicine, along with its precise name and quantity, must be provided. If the documents are in a foreign language, it is essential that an official Russian translation accompanies the documents.
This means that when traveling to Russia with any of these Medicines, they must be packaged and labeled, accompanied by the following documents:
- Required documents include the original prescription or medical report detailing the treatment of the disease and the need for narcotic or psychotropic Medicines; including the name of the drug and the required dosage for treatment.
- For translation into Russian, a certified translation of the prescription or medical report must be obtained. Send these documents to a translator or translation bureau and receive valid and accurate translations into Russian.
Iraq:
Transporting medications containing codeine or other controlled substances like diazepam, flurazepam, clonazepam, alprazolam, lorazepam, triazolam, dextropropoxyphene, codeine-containing acetaminophen, methadone, tramadol, Ritalin, or buprenorphine (b2), as well as medications for epilepsy, cancer, or other conditions containing narcotics, is considered a crime under Iraqi law. If discovered, travelers may face legal proceedings, including imprisonment and fines.
It’s essential for travelers who require specific medications to carry a prescription from their doctor when traveling to Iraq to avoid any issues when passing through airport security.
Turkey:
It’s important to note that carrying any medication or substance that can cause central nervous system disturbance is prohibited not only in Turkey but also in many other countries.
In many countries, medications known as analgesics and those containing codeine or narcotics like methadone are prohibited from being transported into Turkey.
However, there’s an exception for psychiatric medications, but travelers must have an official prescription translated into Turkish and carry it with them.
Sedative Medications:
Sedative medications in various forms such as syrup, ampoule, or tablet are prohibited in most cities in Turkey, and carrying these medications is illegal. Even simple medications like codeine are subject to specific restrictions.
Marijuana:
Carrying marijuana into Turkey is prohibited, and those found with it face severe legal consequences, including denial of entry.
Benadryl:
While Benadryl is an allergy medication commonly used to prevent itching, redness, and nasal congestion, it is listed as prohibited in Turkey.
Sudafed and Vicks:
While these medications may seem harmless and are used to treat cold symptoms, they are not allowed into Turkey and are considered illegal.
Tramadol:
Tramadol is strictly prohibited from entering Turkey, and carrying it is considered a crime.
Medications like Adderall and Ritalin are also among the prohibited medications, and carrying them to Turkey is not permitted, with legal consequences for those found doing so.
