Travellers have been warned to keep one item in particular in their cabin bag, rather than any hold luggage. Experts at travel insurance provider, PayingTooMuch, have expressed that passengers shouldn't overlook their medication, when preparing for a trip.
Whether it's a vital prescription or an over-the-counter remedy that an individual relies on, it should be the one thing kept in hand luggage, the Mirror has reported.
"Where possible, always keep your medication with you just in case your checked-in suitcase gets lost. If your luggage does go missing during travel, not having your prescribed medicine with you is one less thing to worry about," PayingTooMuch said.
"It's best practice to make sure you have enough medication with you for the duration of your trip and a little extra in case of delays. It's also worth familiarising yourself with the rules of carrying medication for the country you're visiting and the airline you're flying with.
"Taking medication on a plane is usually allowed but you should always check before you travel. Some airlines will let you bring more than your usual supply without needing to declare it."
However, rules can differ depending on the traveller's destination. Some countries, for example, have strict controls over specific medication, even if they're legal in the UK. So, it is impotent to do some research before jetting off.
PayingTooMuch's advice added: "Travellers may need to take extra care when carrying medication to make sure they don't fall foul of airport security or local laws. Apart from keeping them accessible, in some cases, you may even need a doctor's note or a prescription to carry certain substances.
"It's worth checking with your airline and countries you're visiting to confirm the regulations well in advance of your trip to avoid any problems."
In addition, some airports do not require travellers to remove all their items from hand luggage during security checks but in some cases, passengers are not able to take liquids or gels over 100ml in their hand luggage.
But it is important to note, if a traveller's medication is in liquid form or a prescribed gel, they should be able to take it with them. They will just need to make sure it's in a clear, sealed bag and that you have proof it was prescribed by a GP.
The experts also advise travellers to always take out travel insurance just in case their medication is lost, stolen or even damaged. And when looking for a provider, make sure to always compare medical travel insurance to see which policy covers lost or stolen items, including medication.
"The right travel insurance can help you reclaim the cost of your prescriptions. There are many policies available, so even if your priority is cheap medical travel insurance, always make sure you have the appropriate level of cover for what's important to you. That way you can travel with peace of mind," added PayingTooMuch.
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