Can I travel with diazepam?


Can I travel with diazepam? They may be confiscated or you may find yourself in trouble with the police if you are carrying any on arrival. Diazepam stays in your system for quite a while. If your job requires you to submit to random drug testing, you may fail this having taken diazepam.


Can I take diazepam to Greece?

Codeine, Tramadol and Diazepam for example are controlled drugs in certain countries such as Greece and the UAE and their possession could mean arrests, imprisonment and fines.


Can you take benzodiazepines on a plane?

Benzodiazepines are only advised for the short-term use for a crisis in generalised anxiety disorder in which case they are not fit to fly. Fear of flying in isolation is not a generalised anxiety disorder.


Can you fly with diazepam and alcohol?

Do not drink alcohol while you're taking diazepam. Alcohol can increase the effects of diazepam. It can make you go into a very deep sleep. There's a risk you will not be able to breathe properly, and you may have difficulty waking up.


How long before a flight should I take a diazepam?

Take it about two to three hours before you fly, and do not mix it with alcohol. There is a risk of dependency, though, with these benzodiazepines, but only if you are taking them more than once a week.


What medications disqualify you from flying?

If you aren't sure whether your medication falls into one of these categories, you should check with your AME:
  • Tranquilizers, such as but not limited to Valium, Librium, Ativan.
  • Most antidepressants. ...
  • Opiates, such as Morphine, Codeine, Lortab, Percodan, Oxycontin.
  • Muscle relaxants, such as Soma, Sonata, Flexeril.


Can I bring my anxiety medication on a plane?

Yes, you can bring medications on a plane. But traveling with medicines requires extra planning. Medications may need additional screening in airport security. However, passengers should be able to bring all prescribed medicines and medical supplies onto the airplane.


Why not prescribe diazepam for flying?

1) Diazepam is a sedative, which means it makes you sleepy and more relaxed. If there is an emergency during the flight it may impair your ability to concentrate, follow instructions and react to the situation. This could have serious safety consequences for you and those around you.


Should I take diazepam before flying?

Diazepam is a sedative. This means, the medication makes you sleepy and more relaxed. If there would be an emergency during the flight, this could impair your ability to concentrate, follow instructions, or react to the situation. This could seriously affect the safety of you and the people around you.


What happens if drugs are found in checked luggage?

When drugs are confiscated in airports, TSA officers usually refer to law enforcement to secure the confiscated substances and store them in a warehouse known as a crime laboratory. Here, the drugs will be tested, organized, and shelved for trials.