Can you bring prescription medications to Turkey — do you need documents?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 19 days ago
TL;DR
A personal supply of medication for your own use is generally allowed, but having a doctor's prescription or medical certificate is strongly advised for prescription drugs. Controlled or oncology medications like Tamoxifen have stricter rules.
What the community said
Tamoxifen (a hormonal oncology drug) — when bringing it from Turkey to Russia, a personal supply for a treatment course (typically up to 90 days) is generally permitted. Keep it in the original packaging with instructions and carry a doctor's prescription or oncologist's letter. Check with Russian customs (FTS) before travel for exact limits.
19 days ago Tamoxifen — original packaging + oncologist's prescription
Exenza migraine spray — a prescription medication often sold without a prescription. For carry-on luggage, it must comply with the liquids rule (up to 100 ml). Carrying a neurologist's prescription or medical note is advisable to avoid customs questions. Personal-use quantities are generally not confiscated.
19 days ago Exenza spray — up to 100 ml carry-on, prescription recommended
Amoxiclav (antibiotic) in checked luggage when flying to Turkey — typically causes no issues for a personal supply (1–2 packs). Keep it in the original packaging. A prescription is not mandatory but helps if customs asks. Turkish customs is generally lenient with standard personal-use medications.
19 days ago Amoxiclav — 1–2 packs in original packaging