What medicine is not allowed in Mexico?

Specifically, products that contain stimulants (medicines that contain pseudoephedrine, such as Actifed, Sudafed, and Vicks inhalers) or codeine are prohibited.
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Can you bring prescription meds into Mexico?

Are Prescriptions From Mexico Legal? You must state, in writing, that the medication is for your personal use. You will need a prescription from a licensed U.S. physician to bring more than 50 dosage units across the border.
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What medicines can you take into Mexico?

"Bringing medicaments into Mexico for personal use only. Foreign nationals under medical treatment of controlled narcotic and psychotropic drugs in form of medicaments -when they enter Mexico- must declare it to the customs authorities and present a medical prescription or a licence issued by competent authority.
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Do you have to declare prescription drugs at customs Mexico?

The border agents usually ask you, “What are you bringing from Mexico?” You have to declare all the prescription meds you bring from Mexico. You also have to declare anything else you bring from Mexico.
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Can you bring ibuprofen into Mexico?

i'm travelling from uk to cancun and wondered if i'm ok to take over the counter meds such as ibuprofen, paracetamol, gavisgon , hayfever stuff etc? Should i declare them at customs? You can take them, no problem.
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Do I have to declare medication at Customs?

Traveling with medication: Travelers must declare all medicine and similar products when entering the United States. Prescription medications should be in their original containers with the doctor's prescription printed on the container.
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Can I bring Benadryl to Mexico?

10. Can I bring Benadryl? Yes, the active ingredient in Benadryl (and other like-kind over the counter medications) is Diphenhydramine. This active ingredient is NOT on the prohibited list.
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Can I bring medication in my carry on?

You can bring your medication in pill or solid form in unlimited amounts as long as it is screened. You can travel with your medication in both carry-on and checked baggage. It's highly recommended you place these items in your carry-on in the event that you need immediate access.
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Can you bring Xanax into Mexico?

My wife is prescribed Xanax for easeing her flying fears. We have been to Mexico several times, Bahamas, Dominican Republic, and Aruba and shes never had an issue at customs. With a prescription you'll be just fine.
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Do customs check pills?

Many of us travel with prescription medication, you CBP requires you to have the actual prescription or a doctor's note on hand to prove what it is. If you're someone who separates medication into those daily divider cases or combines pills into one container to save space, avoid doing so when traveling abroad.
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Can I take vitamins on a plane to Mexico?

Crossing the Mexican border with your personal vitamins or dietary supplements is legal and should not cause any problems at Mexican checkpoints. Most Mexican drug stores and markets sell vitamins and supplements, so Mexican authorities are familiar with seeing vitamin bottles and containers.
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Can you bring Tylenol on a plane?

NSAIDs (non- steroidal anti- inflammatory drugs) and analgesics acetaminophen (Tylenol) aspirin (Bayer's) ibuprofen (Advil/Motrin) naproxen (Naprosyn) Advil PM, Tylenol PM (Most “PM” medications contain diphenhydramine) Most OTC pain meds are safe to fly as long as the underlying condition is acceptable.
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Can I bring prescription Adderall to Mexico?

Other drugs, like Adderall — which is used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) — is completely banned from the country. Furthermore, some countries restrict how much medication someone can bring across the border. Generally, only a 30-day supply and under is allowed.
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Can I take antidepressants to Mexico?

Many drugs, such as antibiotics and common antidepressants like Prozac, do not need prescriptions in Mexico. By American law, any drug that requires a prescription in the United States must have one to enter the United States from a foreign country, but the law often is skirted.
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Can I take Viagra to Mexico?

At the border, you may be asked for a prescription from a doctor in the U.S. to import either Invokana or Viagra. If you don't have a U.S. prescription, you risk getting your medication confiscated by U.S. Customs offers.
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Do pills need to be in prescription bottles when flying international?

TSA does not require passengers to have medications in prescription bottles, but states have individual laws regarding the labeling of prescription medication with which passengers need to comply.
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Do I need a letter from my doctor to take medication abroad?

It's a good idea to travel with a copy of your prescription and a letter from your GP that has: details of your medicine, including its generic name (not just the brand name) the name of the health condition that you need the medicine for.
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Do prescription drugs have to be in original containers when flying internationally?

Keep medicines in their original, labeled containers. Ensure that they are clearly labeled with your full passport name, doctor's name, generic and brand name, and exact dosage. Bring copies of all prescriptions, including the generic names for medicines.
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Should I bring antibiotics to Mexico?

All travelers should bring along an antibiotic and an antidiarrheal drug to be started promptly if significant diarrhea occurs, defined as three or more loose stools in an 8-hour period or five or more loose stools in a 24-hour period, especially if accompanied by nausea, vomiting, cramps, fever or blood in the stool.
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How do I declare prescription drugs at the airport?

Prescription screening is usually done through an x-ray with the rest of your items, but you can request a visual inspection if you prefer. This request must be done before your medication has begun going through the X-ray on the conveyor belt.
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Do Airports Search pill bottles?

At the Airport Security Checkpoint

You will need to present your medically necessary items, including prescription drugs, separately to the screening officer. The screening officer may ask you to open your bottles or containers of medically necessary liquid for inspection and testing.
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Will Customs Seize Viagra?

Customs and Border Protection seizes $757,000 worth of Viagra, Cialis, Levitra. Officers found approximately 32,556 pills of the prescription drugs in shipments of vitamins, supplements, watches and other medications.
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Can airport security detect pills?

If you're wondering if airport scanners can see pills, the answer is yes, they can see the pills that you are traveling with. This is regardless if the pills are contained in plastic pill bottles, or contained in any other non-metallic and metallic objects.
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What is not allowed in a carry-on bag?

Liquids, gels, or pastes in bottles larger than 3.4 ounces (100 ml) Guns and ammunition (including BB guns and cap guns) Stun guns and tasers. Sharp objects (knives, axes, razor blades)
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Do checked bags get searched for drugs?

“TSA officers DO NOT search for marijuana or other illegal drugs. Our screening procedures are focused on security and detecting potential threats. But in the event a substance appears to be marijuana or a cannabis-infused product, we're required by federal law to notify law enforcement.
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