Do I need proof of prescriptions to take controlled medicines, like Vicodin or Valium?

I know that Medical marijuana is schedule I in the US, and that it is illegal federally, but what about schedule II-IV drugs? Do other countries have rules about which substances are controlled? At the moment, I will be flying from the US to Canada and Mexico, but in the future, I may be going to Europe. I don't take narcotics at the moment, but I do take Clonazepam for psychiatric management.

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In the U.K. Clonazepam is Class C, possession can get you 2 years in prison, an unlimited fine, or both. Guidance on how to travel with it legally while visiting the U.K. is here https://www.gov.uk/travelling-controlled-drugs In essence, you need to prove it’s prescribed to you and you may need to get a licence.

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What is Valium prescribed for?

What is Valium and how is it used? Valium is a prescription medicine used to treat symptoms of anxiety, muscle spasm, alcohol withdrawal and as a sedative before surgery or to treat seizures. Valium may be used alone or with other medications.

Is Valium a narcotic?

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration classifies Valium as a Schedule IV narcotic, meaning that it is less addictive than drugs like heroin, cocaine, or methamphetamine.

What drugs do you not need a prescription for?

Over-the-counter (OTC) medications, devices, and products are available without a prescription. You can purchase many of these items right from the pharmacy or grocery store....Medications You Can Get Over the Counter

Common cold.
Headache.
Sore throat.
Cough.
Fever.
Allergies.

What conditions is HYDROcodone prescribed for?

Descriptions. Hydrocodone is used to relieve pain in opioid-tolerant patients severe enough to require around-the-clock pain relief for a long period of time. It should not be used if you need pain medicine for just a short time, such as when recovering from surgery.

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