blood pressure medicine prescribed by doctor

Question

Good morning. I understand this question seems stupid but I am not sure the answer so still need to ask.

My friend will visit SF soon. She has high blood pressure. has medicine prescribed by doctor.

She needs to take the medicine every day, per prescription. Can she bring the medicine with her.

Many thanks.

Answer

Good morning! Your question is very sensible — it’s important to know how to travel safely with prescription medication, especially for a condition like high blood pressure.

Bringing Prescription Medicine to the U.S.

Yes, your friend can bring her prescribed blood pressure medication with her to San Francisco and elsewhere in the U.S., but there are some important points to consider:

Always carry the medicine in its original prescription bottle or packaging, clearly showing her name, the doctor’s name, and the medication details.
Bring a copy of the prescription or a doctor’s note stating that the medication is medically necessary. This is helpful for airport security or if questioned by customs.
Check airline regulations: Most airlines allow prescription medications in carry-on luggage. Make sure she carries it with her in the hand luggage rather than checked baggage, to prevent loss and temperature issues.
Keep the dosage for the entire trip, plus a small extra supply in case of travel delays.

Travel Tips:

Keep medication in its original packaging at all times.
Do not mix medications in unmarked pill organizers for travel — security may question them.
If the medication is a controlled substance, check U.S. Customs and Border Protection rules in advance.
Plan for time zone changes: She should continue taking the medicine at the prescribed times, adjusting slightly if necessary to maintain regular intervals.

By following these steps, she should have no problem bringing her blood pressure medication to San Francisco and taking it daily as prescribed.