International Travel | ADHD Information

I just skimmed over the link vickie posted, but it appears like it deals with importation, he's concerned about export issues.  I would contact the insurance company and explain to them that you'll be gone for a certain amount of time, and they will probably let you know what to do.  Most likely they'll just fax some paper work through to your doc, he'll have to sign them, and you will be able to get the meds.  Personally, taking meds out of the country is no big deal.  Make sure you have a letter from your doctor just in case you get stopped by customs.  Just out of curiosity, which country in Africa?

It includes export (travel with meds for personal use) issues as well:

"The CSI&EA makes a limited allowance, however, for travelers entering and departing the United States who have a legitimate medical need for controlled substances during their journey. As set forth in 21 U.S.C. 956, the Administrator of DEA 2 may, by regulation, exempt an individual traveler from application of the CSI&EA requirements regarding importation and exportation of controlled substances where such traveler possesses a controlled substance (except a substance in Schedule I) for the traveler's personal medical use, provided the controlled substance was obtained lawfully and the traveler makes the appropriate declaration or notification to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP).3 These requirements are specified in 21 CFR 1301.26 and have been part of the regulations since the CSI&EA was enacted in 1970. 

The allowance for personal use importation and exportation is consistent with United States treaty obligations. Article 4(a) of the Psychotropic Convention states: "In respect of psychotropic substances other than those in Schedule I, the Parties may permit * * * the carrying by international travellers of small quantities of preparations for personal use; each Party shall be entitled, however, to satisfy itself that these preparations have been lawfully obtained.'' The Official Commentary to the Psychotropic Convention explains the purpose and meaning of article 4(a): "Paragraph (a) applies only to small quantities needed for personal use, i.e., to such quantities as the traveller may require during his journey or voyage and until he is able to provide himself with the medicine in question in the country of destination.''

Then when coming back with meds there is information.

And it is terribly long for finding information and you still will need to contact someone for additional questions...

vickie39218.4960532407

Try this link...

http://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/fed_regs/rules/2004/fr0914 .htm

I have the possibility of working for an extended time in Africa.  Has anyone dealt with the issues of obtaining amphetamine ADHD meds while away from the states?  How about carrying large (meaning a years worth) of medication crossing borders, that is if a person can obtain such a quantity (class II controlled substance?)?  Any ideas, info would be appreciated.