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Medication rules for travelling to Thailand: what you need to know
Planning a trip to Thailand? If you’re bringing medication, understanding the country’s strict regulations is key to avoiding issues at customs. Here’s a quick guide to ensure your travel plans go smoothly. Can you bring your medication to Thailand? Yes, travellers can bring personal medications, but limits apply based on the drug type. Non-controlled drugs are permitted for up to 90 days, while controlled substances like narcotics and psychotropics must not exceed 30 days. Controlled medications may require a permit from the Thai FDA before travel. Examples of controlled substances: ● Narcotics (Category 2): Codeine, morphine, and oxycodone (permit required). ● Psychotropic substances (Categories 2–4): Alprazolam, diazepam, and methylphenidate (prescription required). For narcotics, apply for a permit (Form IC-2) at least two weeks prior to your trip via the Thai FDA’s website. Guidance for Travelers under Treatment Carrying Personal Medications Containing Narcotic Drugs into/out of Thailand Travel-friendly medication essentials Pack basic medicines for common issues: • Pain relief: Paracetamol or ibuprofen. • Allergies: Cetirizine or loratadine. • Stomach troubles: Loperamide for diarrhoea. • Motion sickness: Dimenhydrinate. For trips to rural or high-risk malaria zones, ask your doctor about preventive medication like doxycycline. Don’t forget to update vaccines such as Hepatitis A, Typhoid, or Japanese Encephalitis before you go. Malaria and vaccinations If you’re travelling to areas with malaria, ask your doctor about prophylactics like doxycycline. Vaccinations are also crucial for staying protected. Common recommendations for Thailand include: ● Hepatitis A: Prices range from 1,500 to 1,700 baht (covered with no copay at pharmacies). ● Typhoid: Costs are typically 1,000 to 1,200 baht. ● Japanese Encephalitis: Expenses may be around 2,500 to 2,800 baht. These vaccines are available at hospitals like Bumrungrad, Bangkok Hospital, and Samitivej. International health insurance, such as Cigna’s plans, can help offset or even eliminate vaccination costs with potential $0 copays at select hospitals. 🎉 The Black Friday deal is back for a limited time! 🎉 Exclusively for you, you can lock in current 2024 rates and avoid the 2025 price hike on international health insurance. Plus, you’ll get a FREE quote to help you secure coverage that suits your needs. This is your chance to enjoy peace of mind while saving big on health coverage tailored for expats. But don’t wait—this offer is only available until the end of December! Last chance offer: 10% off for life! Get 10% off your expat plan for the lifetime of your policy! T&Cs apply* Prohibited medications Some drugs, such as narcotics (Categories 1 and 5) and psychotropic substances (Category 1), are entirely banned. Examples include amphetamine and GHB. Always double-check the Thai FDA’s website for updates. Helpful tips for medication packing • Keep medications in original packaging with clear labels. • Carry prescriptions and doctor’s notes for controlled substances. • Apply for permits early if bringing narcotics. • Pack a travel kit with painkillers, antihistamines, and emergency meds like an inhaler or EpiPen. Long-term health insurance for peace of mind Staying in Thailand for an extended period? International health insurance offers crucial benefits like coverage for prescriptions, vaccinations, and medical emergencies. Plans from providers like Cigna include in-patient and out-patient care, mental health support, and even emergency medical evacuation. Last chance offer: 10% off for life! Get 10% off your expat plan for the lifetime of your policy! T&Cs apply* Don’t wait—prices often rise at the start of the new year! Secure your plan now before 2025 prices kick in. Summary of original article by The Thaiger -
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Canada is Petrified
No, I am not. I am addressing your reply that my post was "too many words" and your inability to respond to it. You remind me of Trump refusing to attend and read the daily White House National Security briefings because he could not pay attention according to Pentagon Officials in those meetings. They had to resort to graphics.....pictures. -
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Gunman Killed by Bystanders after Fatal Rampage in Prachin Buri
Good job. Now his sorry arse is removed from the planet. -
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Why Do So Many Foreign Men Still Marry Short-Time Girls?
Whether she does or does not hardly matters. She is my wife, and yes, she has a job. All I'm saying is simply that relationships are what you make them, however you choose! -
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Russia Doomed .. Just a Wetdream
How does that grant Russia the right to invade Ukraine? Was Assad democratically elected as well? Kim Jong Un? Do you see the pattern here? -
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Canada is Petrified
According to this poll by Global News, 42% are willing to go to the USA for routine care if necessary, and 38% for emergency care. These numbers are climbing over time. https://globalnews.ca/news/10322678/health-care-canada-us-ipsos-poll/ Raw numbers? Estimates are from 50,000 per year and up. It is a simple numbers game. The USA has, for example, nearly 4 times as many MRI scanners as Canada per capita. And so on.... -
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