I need transportation of Medicines.

[Alberto.Pringles]

Every 3 months I got my diabetics medicines in Buenos Aires, I need someone to bring it back to Miami. Can you help? Thank You

 

[cafeamericano]

Is that what they call it on the streets these days, "diabetics medicine"?

 

[Alberto.Pringles]

Only "Nerds" with a dirty mind bring that kind of interpretation.
I´m talking at Insulins, and Januvia or Metformin all recognized medicines for diabetic’s patience’s!
My Medical Insurance in Argentina cover 100 % of those medicines and here in the US I need to pay for it. Simple!

 

[wineguy999]

And only those without a sense of humor don't get it.

 

[steveinbsas]

Only "Nerds" with a dirty mind bring that kind of interpretation.
I´m talking at Insulins, and Januvia or Metformin all recognized medicines for diabetic’s patience’s!

My Medical Insurance in Argentina cover 100 % of those medicines and here in the US I need to pay for it. Simple!

It may not be as simple as you would like it to be.

In your first post (ever, as a member here) you did not offer any details about the medications you want a complete stranger to bring to you or how they would be able to get them for you.

Your medication may be free (without charge for you) in Argentina, but why would that medication be handed over (without charge) to anyone other than you? Perhaps it's as simple as having someone pick up a package at OCA or correo argentino for a friend by providing the tracking number and a photocopy of their DNI, but my intuition says that's highly unlikely when it comes to prescription drugs.

Perhaps you know someone who can get the meds for you and then give them to the foreigner, but unless the person transporting them has a prescription (if required by either the Argentine Aduana or US customs) for those meds in their name, they may not be able to get them out of Argentina or into the US.

If you know a "sure fire" way to have a complete stranger accomplish this task we'd all love to know about it. Then we will be able to help others in the same situation in the future.

PS: We all know what's in it for you: getting free medications.

What's "in it" (aka the incentive) for the mule?

PS 2: I didn't criticize your spelling, but if you want to (successfully) insult someone whose first language is English, you'll have to do better than calling them a "Nerd with a dirty mind."

And if you don't do it soon I'm going to lose my patients.

 

[Rorshoq]

He is offering to pay the mule. Not sure how much. Also, for clarity, he can also help arrange delivery or pickup of the meds. OP is a senior citizen on a budget, so any help would be appreciated.

 

[steveinbsas]

Here is the best information (from the official FDA website) that I could find about bringing medications into the USA:


Q: What should travelers and visitors know about bringing medications into the U.S.?

A: When you come to the United States with medications, you fall under the authority of FDA, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents operating the nation’s airports. There are varying restrictions, and different agencies may have other requirements or jurisdiction over a product. So check with each agency before you plan to travel with medications into the country.

In general, you should have with you a valid prescription or doctor’s note—written in English—to bring medication to the U.S. 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. Travel with no more than you need for your personal use during your stay. A rule of thumb: Bring no more than a 90-day supply of medication.

If you’re staying longer than 90 days, you may have additional medication sent to you by mail or courier. Include documentation showing that the medication is being sent for your own use while visiting the United States. This documentation may include: a copy of your visa and passport, a letter from your doctor, and a copy of your prescription (in English).

Q: What if there’s a generic available overseas but not here?

A: FDA does not permit personal importation of unapproved versions of FDA-approved drugs from foreign countries. FDA cannot assure that foreign-made versions of FDA-approved drugs have been properly manufactured, are safe and effective, and are the same formulation as the FDA-approved versions.

Q: Can a foreign traveler get a prescription filled when visiting the U.S.?

A: If you’re traveling to the United States from another country and need a prescription filled, you should visit a health care provider. Very few pharmacies can fill a foreign prescription, and this is determined on a state-by-state basis.

Q: Can you ship or mail a prescription medication to the U.S.?

A: In most cases, it’s illegal for people to import drugs into the United States for personal use. That’s because drugs available in other countries haven’t been evaluated or approved by FDA for use or sale in the U.S., so we can’t ensure that they’re safe and effective. FDA generally considers such drugs unapproved.

FDA understands that there are cases in which someone may need treatment with a foreign drug that’s not available in the U.S. and there are no other U.S. medicines available to treat the condition. FDA’s Personal Importation Policy provides instructions for FDA personnel relating to the personal importation of drugs that may be illegal in the United States. FDA considers the following when reviewing such an application:

• The drug is for a serious condition for which there is no effective treatment available in the U.S.
• There is no marketing or promotion of the drug to U.S. residents.
• The drug doesn’t represent an unreasonable health risk.
• You verify in writing that you’re importing the drug for your own personal use.
• You have a letter, written in English, from your doctor saying the drug is a continuation of treatment that began outside the United States or you provide the name and address of a U.S. licensed physician who will supervise your use of the foreign drug. The letter should accompany the package and be addressed to a Customs and Border Protection officer or broker.
• You’re not importing more than a three-month supply of the drug.

If the medicine is sent through the mail, Customs might detain it until an FDA inspector can examine it. This could take as long as a month. To speed things along, make sure the outside package is marked and states that it contains a letter to the CBP officer or broker. The best option is to send the package by a courier service and flag it so the U.S. Customs broker will alert FDA inspectors about the special circumstances for sending the package.

Q: What else should you know about traveling with medications?

A: If you have questions for FDA about traveling with medications, contact the Division of Drug Information at 855-543-DRUG (3784) or email us at [email protected]. Additional Frequently Asked Questions related to the FDA’s Personal Importation Policy are online at:www.fda.gov/downloads/Drugs/GuidanceComplianceRegulatoryInformation/ImportsandExportsCompliance/UCM297909.pdf.

Source: https://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm484154.htm

 

[steveinbsas]

PS to my previous post:

This appears to indicate that it is indeed possible for foreign visitors to have additional prescription medications either mailed or brought by courier to the USA during thier visit:

Q: What should travelers and visitors know about bringing medications into the U.S.?

A: If you’re staying longer than 90 days, you may have additional medication sent to you by mail or courier. Include documentation showing that the medication is being sent for your own use while visiting the United States. This documentation may include: a copy of your visa and passport, a letter from your doctor, and a copy of your prescription (in English).

I suggest anyone who is in a position to help this gentleman get his meds call the FDA and ask exactly what documentation they would need to be able to accomplish this task. An email might be wise as the answer could be printed.

I think it would also be wise for them to know the policy of the Argentine aduana. In the not too distant past one member of this forum posted that his medications were seized at the final security check just before he boarded a flight at EZE and I think the reason was that he did not have a prescription.

 

[wineguy999]

PS to my previous post:

This appears to indicate that it is indeed possible for foreign visitors to have additional prescription medications either mailed or brought by courier to the USA during thier visit:

Q: What should travelers and visitors know about bringing medications into the U.S.?

A: If you’re staying longer than 90 days, you may have additional medication sent to you by mail or courier. Include documentation showing that the medication is being sent for your own use while visiting the United States. This documentation may include: a copy of your visa and passport, a letter from your doctor, and a copy of your prescription (in English).

I suggest anyone who is in a position to help this gentleman get his meds call the FDA and ask exactly what documentation they would need to be able to accomplish this task. An email might be wise as the answer could be printed.

I think it would also be wise for them to know the policy of the Argentine aduana. In the not too distant past one member of this forum posted that his medications were seized at the final security check just before he boarded a flight at EZE and I think the reason was that he did not have a prescription.

And remember that, ultimately, it is at the discretion of the customs agent you happen to be face to face with. Did he enjoy his breakfast? Was he fighting with his wife before work? Is he simply a jerk with too much power?

You get the idea.