What are the exemptions for medicines?
Prescription medication is exempt from the new restrictions however a letter from your practitioner will need to be presented with the medicine. It is also advisable to notify your airline prior to departure. Non-Prescription medicines are also exempt however only the amount required for the duration of your flight should be carried with you in your hand luggage. Medical items such as sprays, insulin, contact lens solution and cough syrups are also exempt; however every effort should be taken to comply to assist with ease of passage through the screening point. Find out more on security regulations.
