Question for Experienced Travelers...

[msmayor]

Taking my first flight in a few weeks without checking any luggage. Normally all my liquids go in the checked bag, but this trip I have to be more 'efficient'.

My problem is Multi-Purpose solution for my contact lenses. The bottles I use are 10-12oz in size. I don't really want to have to find it/pay the exorbitant prices at an airport or hotel at my destination (no car to stop at a drugstore).

Is this type of liquid considered something 'medically necessary' that I can declare at the TSA screening and be able to carry on? I intend to pack a new, sealed container.

Thanks in advance.

 

[dburg30]

Check out this page..

http://www.tsa.gov/311/311-carry-ons.shtm

about 1/2 way down is this

To ensure the health and welfare of certain air travelers, in the absence of suspicious activity or items, greater than 3.4 ounce (100ml) of the following liquids, gels and aerosols are permitted through the security checkpoint in reasonable quantities for the duration of your itinerary (all exceptions must be presented to the security officer in front of the checkpoint):

Baby formula, breast milk, and juice if a baby or small child is traveling;
All prescription and over-the-counter medications (liquids, gels, and aerosols) including petroleum jelly, eye drops, and saline solution for medical purposes;
Liquids including water, juice, or liquid nutrition or gels for passengers with a disability or medical condition;
Life-support and life-sustaining liquids such as bone marrow, blood products, and transplant organs;
Items used to augment the body for medical or cosmetic reasons such as mastectomy products, prosthetic breasts, bras or shells containing gels, saline solution, or other liquids; and,
Frozen items are allowed as long as they are frozen solid when presented for screening. If frozen items are partially melted, slushy, or have any liquid at the bottom of the container, they must meet 3-1-1 requirements.

 

[msmayor]

Thanks dburg...I did see that but wasn't sure if contact lens solution fit the bill for that.

 

[eliza61]

Also Bausch & Lomb renuit sells their multipurpose solution in 2 oz travel bottles. I know you can get them at Target. I take one in my carryon and pack a larger bottle.