methadone question

[John Evans]

Im wondering what would happen if your luggage goes missing - probably best not to travel at this point in time

[2LeftFeet]

How many ounces are you bringing? You can't carry more than 3 or 4 oz in your carry on luggage. If it's less than that I would put it in my carry on and have my doctor's note available.

If it's more I would split it if that is possible. Put the maximum amount you are allowed in your carry on and the rest in your luggage.

[djboots40]

its less than a shot of booze worth of medication, how many ozs in a shot? one two???

[La Profe_1]

I think the amount of medication is a non-issue. I found this on the TSA website:

"You may bring all prescription and over-the-counter medications (liquids, gels, and aerosols) including KY jelly, eye drops, and saline solution for medical purposes.

Additional items you may bring include:

Liquids including water, juice, or liquid nutrition or gels for passengers with a disability or medical condition;
Life-support and life-sustaining liquids such as bone marrow, blood products, and transplant organs;
Items used to augment the body for medical or cosmetic reasons such as mastectomy products, prosthetic breasts, bras or shells containing gels, saline solution, or other liquids; and,
Gels or frozen liquids needed to cool disability or medically related items used by persons with disabilities or medical conditions.
You are not limited in the amount or volume of these items you may bring in your carry-on baggage. BUT if the medically necessary items exceed 3 ounces or are not contained in a one-quart, zip-top plastic bag, you MUST declare to one of our Security Officers at the checkpoint for further inspection."

That is from this website TSA: Travelers with Disabilities and Medical Conditions

[drloca]

Please dont put prescription medication in your checked luggage...very risky if your luggage doesnt show up when you do!

[djboots40]

Thanks for all your help, I contacted the DR embassy in Washington DC, and they said just bring a note from your doctor....should it be in english or spanish I wonder?

I really am grateful for all the help, any other information is welcomed.

Im looking at a hotel called Sunset Casa del Mar, all inclusive....I tried to google earth it, but it was hard to check out. Is it on the beach? In the pictures it is.

Also, how is the rain season in late May. early June in la romaneria? (did I type the city right...hmm.

Thanks again!

djb

[SosuaJoe]

Hey!

Congrats on your rehab. Some people very close to me are on methodone and doing well.

That being said, I would humbly suggest you think two and three times about your planned trip to the DR.

First up, your methodone might not make it past customs. Can you go a week without it? If not, you're putting your rehab in jeopardy.

Second, customs officials and DNCD officials are under no obligation to honour an American's doctor's note. You REALLY need to get this preapproved in the DR -- speak to the Dominincan Consulate in your area. There are forms to be filled out in the DR regarding certain medications, and I am fairly certain that Methodone falls under that category. Without that form, you could be in for a hassle. Again, how far along in your rehab are you? How long can you sit in a holding cell before things start getting hairy?

Seems like you're taking on a lot of stress for a week-long vacation. Why not wait until you've weaned yourself of the methodone and then treat yourself? You won't need to worry about documents etc, and you'll be in a better place mentally to handle stresses away from your regular routine.

Again, my apologies if this is out of turn.

Best,

Joe

[PENJO]

Here is the telephone No. to Dominican Consulate in New York City.

(212) 768-2480
1501 Broadway
New York, NY 10036.

It is located by Time Square. Going down Broadway building is on the right. I think it is on the fourth floor.