wdw and high dose pain killers?

[SueM in MN]

First up, you'll need to check if your medication is FDA-approved. Only those meds are allowed into the US. The list is pretty easy to google. You'll want to check on brandname and on working substance as medications can have different names in different countries. On the list; you're OK. Not on the list; not allowed.

Second; you'll need to find out what type of medication your taking along. Something pretty harmless like a tylenol doesn't need a lot of paperwork other than being in it's original package and with the prescription info on the bottle/package. Meds that fall under the opiumlaw, are "smuggle-potential' etc. those do need a bit more of paperwork. I've found it to be quite a task to find out what was needed (always soooo lovely when the US Ambassady can't even tell me what I need to do to be allowed to take my meds into the US ), but basically it comes down to the precautions mentioned before PLUS a declaration of your doc stating per medication your name etc. , that you need them, which dosage you use, for how many days you've got on you, how much in total. Each of the declarations needs to be signed by the doc.

In the parks? Life as usual, IMHO. I tend to do more while at WDW, but just like at home if I do more, I'll need to adjust my medication and/or ride out the consequences. I do use somewhat more painkillers during a trip, but always after talking it through with my specialist and a very veyr small amount compared to my daily usage. You'll want to talk these types of things over before hand, things are different for everybody.

I've found weather to be of more influence on my pain itself than on the meds. For me, warmth is heaven. It allows my body the option the decrease pain somewhat, which is of course always great. Haven't noticed any real effects of the weather on how the meds are working. Hydration; again, depends on the specific medication and person.

Best thing is if you can try things out as much as possible at home so you know how you'ld normally react to the specific med and dosage. This way you can be aware of any changes because of weather, you doing more, having a flare up, whatever. ESPECIALLY if you're considering an ECV while using meds that can influence your driving ability. Any painmeds that can make you sleepy or a bit out of it can influence negatively and you don't want to find that out while you're on a busy MainStreet and now what? You'll want to be familiar with what you're abilities are when using the meds so you can make the best choices for you and all others around. We don't want you running over Maleficiant or something

As far as storage goes; as always with stronger medications they need to be dealt with in a safe way. Out of reach for any 'grabby' hands. A safe can work great for that.

How to cope with everything and pain? How do you deal with pain when it hits you when you are at home? Voilà you've got your answer right there. Sure, some things might be altered if possible to allow you to enjoy the trip as much as possible but the basic guide lines will stay the same. If you need breaks; take breaks. If you need to stick with a routine; do so. And remember yourself you don't want to go overboard, not while at WDW of all places. You'ld rather slow down a bit early and/or take your meds than go overboard and have to deal with those consequences. If you'ld go for the meds at time X, now you might want to do so at time X-1, same for the ECV etc. Be that bit kinder to your body, allowing yourself to enjoy as much as possible without crossing a line so far you'll end up paying for it in too big of a way. Have fun!

Agree with everything,
especially the part about not driving an ECV if you are not sure about alertness, dizziness or ability to safely drive.
Better to have someone push you if you are tired than possibly have an accident.

If something isn't allowed through customs, it isn't allowed on it's countries territory. Customs only check stuff to make sure it's allowed on and into their territory. The only option for meds any countries customs doesn't allow is to switch to different medication for the trip and/or go without totally.

Logic really, otherwise one countries 'habits', legislation and point of view could be forced upon another country.

The only way I made it through in April with my Flare up of Fibro and a Lumbar Sprain to my back was with a concoction from my Dr. I had no probs taking them in with me. I not only had the bottles which I kept in a locker in case I needed them but I also had one of those little cases which holds just a few pills in a fanny pack close on hand.

It was the only way I did it. Only prob I had was I kinda forgot the golden rule that you should not mix drinks with them and had one at Epcot one day. Just was silly but nothing major.

You will be fine as far as the meds go, watch the sun.

Important about the alcohol! People forget that.

And, one thing I don’t think was mentioned, but pain relievers also tend to slow down the digestive tract, which can lead to some uncomfortable need for laxatives. Doesn’t happen to everyone, but just warning you so you can be prepared.