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Work State Laws With Flying With Prescription Drugs In Phoenix
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You can bring your medication in pill or solid form in unlimited amounts as long as it is screened. You can travel with your medication in both carry-on and checked baggage. It's highly recommended you place these items in your carry-on in the event that you need immediate access.
A: Generally, no. Asking employees about prescription medications constitutes a medical inquiry under the ADA, in part because it may reveal information about an employee's disability. Medical inquiries may be made of employees only if they are job related and consistent with business necessity.
The medication should be in its original container with the doctor's instructions printed on the bottle. If you don't have the original container, bring a copy of your prescription or a letter from your doctor explaining your condition and why you need this medication.
It is recommended that medication be clearly labeled to facilitate the screening process. You may bring medically necessary liquids, medications and creams in excess of 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters in your carry-on bag. Remove them from your carry-on bag to be screened separately from the rest of your belongings.
Yes, there does exist a small chance that you will not be hired due to your Xanax use, but that's a very small chance. The majority of places will hire you as long as you provide a valid script and aren't abusing the drug...just keep in mind that a valid script isn't bulletproof protection against an employer.
The ADA does not just protect individuals with disabilities, it also protects the privacy of medical information of applicants and employees, with or without disabilities. Therefore, employer inquiries regarding the use of prescription medications may be prohibited under the ADA in all but a few circumstances.
You can bring your medication in pill or solid form in unlimited amounts as long as it is screened. You can travel with your medication in both carry-on and checked baggage.
Before Travel Many countries allow a 30-day supply of certain medicines, but also require the traveler to carry a prescription or a medical certificate from their health care provider.
Prescription medication is protected by the ADA and FMLA as long as it is taken as prescribed and it does not impare or risk anyone's safety in the workplace. If you share with them that you have a prescription they can not legally deny you employment unless risk is involved.