Going on a trip can feel overwhelming, particularly when you rely on refrigerated medications for your health and well-being.
Forsteo (teriparatide injection) is a medication prescribed in Australia for certain types of osteoporosis. As it needs to stay refrigerated to remain effective, many readers ask us how to keep Forteo safe while travelling.
Here are some helpful tips and travel cases to make your journey smoother!
Related article: How to travel with refrigerated medications?
The Importance of Keeping Forteo Cool When Travelling
Forsteo is highly sensitive to temperature changes and must be kept cold to maintain its effectiveness. The active ingredient, teriparatide, can degrade if not stored properly.
Simply put, your Forteo pens must remain refrigerated even when you're away from home.
According to Eli Lilly and Company and the Australian Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA), the manufacturer of Forteo, the medication should be stored in a refrigerator at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C. The pen should be returned to the refrigerator immediately after use. Once opened, the pen must be used within 28 days.
Related article: How to store your Forteo pens for maximum efficiency?
Travelling with Forteo pens under these conditions means:
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You need a portable travel fridge to keep your medication refrigerated at all times.
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Once you reach your destination, immediately store your pens in a refrigerator.
Forsteo Travel Coolers from 4AllFamily Australia
There are two practical methods to keep Forteo cool while travelling:
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Make use of a DIY cooling bag with ice packs, but be prepared to deal with inconsistent temperatures, potential leaks, and wasted medication.
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Choose a high-quality medical-grade travel cooler for peace of mind, convenience, and reliability.
Many individuals travelling with temperature-sensitive medications, including Forteo, prefer the ease and reliability of 4AllFamily’s medical travel coolers.
4AllFamily Australia provides specialised cooling solutions for people who need to transport refrigerated medications. Our products cater to various needs, from brief trips to extended journeys requiring days of cooling.
For example, our Voyager Mini Travel Fridge keeps your Forteo pens refrigerated between 2°C and 8°C for up to 52 hours without electricity. When powered by a car charger, USB port, or even a portable solar panel, it offers continuous cooling. It can hold up to two Forteo pens, enough for a two-month supply under standard dosage.
Our Nomad Refrigerated Travel Cases are smaller, lightweight, and ideal for keeping a single pen cold for 30 hours, even in outdoor temperatures up to 40°C. These cases require no electricity and use biogel packs, making them very easy to handle.
All our coolers meet the requirements of the Australian Department for Home Affairs who's responsible for airport and plane security, ensuring you can carry your refrigerated medication safely on flights.
More about travelling with Forteo pens
Travelling with refrigerated medicine might seem challenging, but with proper planning and the right cooler, it’s entirely manageable. Thousands of people successfully travel with medications daily, within Australia and beyond—and so can you! Your health condition shouldn’t stop you from enjoying your adventures.
Can you fly with Forteo?
Yes, you can take Forteo with you on a plane. The Australian Department of Home Affairs allows passengers to carry essential medicines, including injections, syringes, and medical devices, as part of their cabin baggage.
Always pack your medication in your hand luggage, as the temperature in the aircraft hold could damage it.
Do you need a medical prescription?
In most cases, airport security staff in Australia won’t ask to see a prescription for your Forsteo injections, especially when travelling with less than 100ml of medication, but you should always carry it with you.
Ensure the medication labels are intact and legible. It’s also a good idea to keep your pens in their original packaging.
For international trips, you might need to translate your prescription into the local language and verify entry requirements with your destination’s consulate or embassy.
Related article: Tips for travelling with medication internationally.
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