Those wondering if they can bring Medically Necessary Liquids when they travel should know that it is allowed by the TSA. In this post, I will cover everything you need to know about flying with liquid medicines according to the TSA.
NOTICE: This article is intended for people traveling from or within the United States of America.
In fact, the information I’m presenting here is based on guidelines from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). It’s the agency that has authority over the security of the traveling public in the United States, and its rules apply whether you’re flying from or within the U.S.
What TSA says about traveling with a Medically Necessary Liquids on a plane?
Medically necessary liquids are allowed in carry-on bags and can be more than 3.4 oz. It is also recommanded to pack the liquid separately if they are necessary for machines and inform the officer.
The same question was asked on x.com AskTSA support page. This is the full answer :
Thanks for asking! Medically necessary liquids, including distilled water for your CPAP machine, are allowed in carry-on bags and can be more than 3.4 oz. Pls let our officer know you have this item & place it in a separate bin for X-ray screening. Visit: https://t.co/yh2sJR7VIf
— AskTSA (@AskTSA) April 29, 2018
You can also read this interesting documentation from TSA : 
What about the rules for your destination?
Scroll through the list below to see if your destination has any restrictions for travelers. There is also other important information available, such as visa requirements and places to visit:
You can also get additional information about your destination: Customs, Currency & Airport Tax regulations by visiting the IATA Travel Center
Stay Updated on Medically Necessary Liquids Travel Rules
This page was created on September 22,2024, based on TSA guidelines. We will keep you updated if there are any changes to this rule.
For the most current guidelines, we recommend:
- Visit the TSA’s official page about Medically Necessary Liquids.
- Contact TSA on Twitter: @AskTSA
- Contact TSA on Facebook Messenger: https://www.fb.com/AskTSA
- Contact TSA via Apple Business Chat: AskTSA
- Send TSA a message: Text “Travel” to AskTSA (275-872)
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