Asthma at Disney

[CourtasanSatine]

can asthma inhalers be brough into the parks with little problem? possible trip in next couple of years and my sister has the problem

 

[Cheshire Figment]

Welcome to disABILTIES. I think you will find many here willing to help.

From what I understand, most inhalers will easily fit into a purse. I would be sure that any inhaler carried is clearly marked by the manufacturer with the contents and purpose. If it is not clearly marked, carry along both the instruction sheet that comes in the package as well as a copy of the prescription showing what it is.

If it is large; I have seen people in wheelchairs and/or ECVs with oxygen tanks and they have had no problems.

I hope this information helps.

Mike

 

[CourtasanSatine]

I'm passing all this to my sister and thanks

 

[Snowysmom]

My 2 boys both have asthma and we have had no problems bringing their inhalers into the parks. They fit into my fanny pack. We also make sure to get a nonsmoking room at the resort since they are very sensitive to any smell of smoke.

 

[CourtasanSatine]

these are the small ones that my sister uses

 

[SueM in MN]

I've also heard of people bringing in larger equipment like nebulizers into the parks and storing them at First Aid (not that you would want small inhalers there, but larger equipment can be stored there).

 

[CourtasanSatine]

SueM:these are the smaller rescue inhaler so she can keep it in a bag but we're not sure how security will take it

 

[SueM in MN]

Yeah, I understood that.
I just wanted to let you know that something much larger and more unusual than an inhaler didn't seem to be a problem.

 

[Talking Hands]

My daughter carries her inhaler with her and is neer questioned about it.

 

[CourtasanSatine]

I'm just being on the safe side,it's been a couple of years since the last trip

 

[BCV23]

I always have carried an inhaler with me and have never had a problem. Last trip was this March/April.

 

[sharbear]

I never go anywhere without my inhaler and I've never had a problem with taking it.

 

[CourtasanSatine]

thanks for all the help

 

[Poohnatic]

I carry 3 to 4 inhalers at all times and have never had a problem with them. I know people who have carried the portable nebulizers as well, and no problems there.

As you can see in my tag, I carry a lot of pharmaceuticals with me, and I have a clear bag that I put all the items in. Makes it much easier for bag checks. It is, after all, the security guards favorite color!

Tell your sister to enjoy her trip...one less thing to worry about!

Suzanne

 

[sneezy1956]

Finally something I can really give information on

My son and I are both asthmatics. We carry between the 2 of us around 5 different inhalers, plus a nebulizer. I have never had a problem. Wes's nebulizer is the size of a small camera bag all self contained. I carry it in a backpack at all times. Wes has had attacks in all 4 parks and I've never had trouble getting permission to plug in his nebulizer at any of the parks no matter where we are. Usually I can get him up on his feet after one use of the nebulizer so we can make it to first aid for airconditioning and some quiet time away from the heat and what ever set him off.

He was such a severe asthmatic that even a drop of smoke would set him off. He has improved over the yrs (thanks to meds and physical activity).

But, don't worry about carrying any type of inhaler or nebulizer into the parks no one will say a thing to you.

 

[cupcake]

I have never had a problem with any of the stuff I cart around (inhalers, needles & vials of meds). Frankly, the searches that they do, in my opinion, are to make people feel better. They basically have you open up your bag and peer in.

Don't worry and have a great trip!!!!!

Cupcake

 

[CourtasanSatine]

thanks for all the help and hopefully we'll be in WDW in the next couple of years

 

[DisneyVillain]

If you are staying in a Disney hotel, you can request (via the special assistance number) a VIP cleaning of the room before you check in. In addition to the usual cleaning, they will vacuum an extra time, wipe down all the walls, and replace the bed comfortors and drapes with clean ones. There is no charge for this service.

 

[StitchGirl88]

you are aloud to bring inhalers i have asthma and i bring it they accept cause it is your mad. and they should tell you nat to bring plus they have a new portable brathing treatment and it coast about $90.00 and is nice it runs on batteries!! you would have to get a perscription from the dr.though and if you have insurance they may pay for it!! Hope this helps!!