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Jun 15, 2009 | 3:09 pm

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Mr. Gel-pack

Join Date: Apr 2009

Posts: 252

Quote:

Originally Posted by sbm12

Or put it in a bottle of contact lens solution. After all, that is a non-prescription medical necessity that the TSA allows in reasonable sizes while other non-prescription pharmaceuticals are not.

But seriously, you almost certainly won't get it past the if it is in your bag.

Or maybe a K-Y jelly container -- that brand is specifically excepted from the rule and is more aloe-like:

Quote:

To ensure the health and welfare of certain air travelers, in the absence of suspicious activity or items, greater than 3 ounces of the following liquids, gels and aerosols are permitted through the security checkpoint in reasonable quantities for the duration of your itinerary (all exceptions must be presented to the security officer in front of the checkpoint):

* Baby formula, breast milk, and juice if a baby or small child is traveling;
* All prescription and over-the-counter medications (liquids, gels, and aerosols) including KY jelly, eye drops, and saline solution for medical purposes;...

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