Can I take Pharmaceuticals to Germany? (2024)

FAQs

Can I take Pharmaceuticals to Germany? ›

Always carry your prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor's prescription. Check with the German Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices to ensure the medication is legal in Germany.

Always carry your prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor's prescription. Check with the German Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices to ensure the medication is legal in Germany.

If you're prescribed medication abroad, review U.S. Customs & Border Patrol's list of restricted and prohibited items to certify that medication obtained abroad may be brought back into the country. Declare all medication and associated items at customs.

Travelers are advised to carry a doctor's prescription or statement concerning the medication in question. The legal maximum limit for pharmaceutical products is the quantity required to meet the traveler's personal needs during the trip.

Pack medications in a carry on in case your luggage is lost or delayed. Keep medicines in their original, labeled containers. Ensure that they are clearly labeled with your full name, health care provider's name, generic and brand name, and exact dosage.

During travel

Travellers should carry a copy of their prescription together with a covering letter from their doctor. If supplies are needed whilst abroad, a pharmacy or health care provider should be consulted for advice.

A rule of thumb: Bring no more than a 90-day supply of medication. If you're staying longer than 90 days, you may have additional medication sent to you by mail or courier. You should be able to provide documentation showing that the medication is being sent for your own use while visiting the United States.

While the law allows the FDA and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to detain and refuse international prescription orders arriving through the mail, less than one percent of medication orders are actually stopped, at least for orders where a prescription is required and under a 90-day supply.

Which medicines are banned in Germany? ›

The banned drugs include Escitalopram (Micro Labs), Clopidogrel (Dr Reddy's), Irbesartan (Unichem), Levetiracetam and Valsartan (Dr Reddy's company, Betapharm), Cefpodoxim (Lupin) and Tacpan (Panacea Biotec). MNC companies facing the ban include Mylan.

You can normally take all prescription and self-administered medicines with you when you travel. Before your trip, you should determine any restrictions as there is variation between countries in terms of the quantities and types of medication you may bring with you.

Ibuprofen and dexibuprofen medicines have been authorised in the EU through national approval procedures and have been available for many years under a wide range of trade names. They are available on prescription and over the counter.

Sharp objects: Everyday objects like a corkscrew knife, scissors, or a nail file will be taken from you through the security checkpoint. If you really need to travel with these items, it is best you pack them in your hold luggage. Explosives and inflammable items: Fireworks and aerosol paint are strictly forbidden.

All COVID‑19 entry restrictions to Germany are lifted for the time being. Entry to Germany is permitted for all travel purposes (including tourism and visits). It is no longer necessary to present proof of vaccination, proof of recovery or a negative test result for entry to Germany.

You can normally take all prescription and self-administered medicines with you when you travel. Before your trip, you should determine any restrictions as there is variation between countries in terms of the quantities and types of medication you may bring with you.

TSA does not require medications to be in their original, labeled, prescription containers.

Yes, the 3 pain reliever you indicate may be allowed to be brought into Germany. As with any country, bring only a supply enough for you only and try to bring them in their original containers. Yes, as long as it is for personal use.