Prescriptions

I got shots to take with me from my German dr. to use for this, but I didn't have to worry about the temperature. Isn't room temperature ok for the Lovenox? If it isn't, see if you can get something else that is. You will not be able to get a prescription from the states filled here. The health system is completely different. You need to bring your meds with you.

Jo is right. Lovenox can be stored at room temperature. Here's a direct quote from the Lovenox "prescribing information": "Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15–30°C (59–86°F) ." My family faced the same situation a few years ago & we had the same questions. Jo is also correct that your U.S. prescription can't be filled in Europe, but if you have a note from your own doctor you shouldn't have much problem finding a doctor in Europe who'll write a prescription for you. One good way to find a local doctor in Europe is to go to the local pharmacy & the pharmacist will usually be able to direct you.

I ended up in Paris without prednisone (swore I packed it but didn't) and was in desperate need of it. I dragged my sorry body to a pharmacy where the pharmacist was more than happy to help me but he wanted to talk with my doctor. Considering it was about 3 a.m. at home, that wasn't really going to happen. I must have looked as bad off as I was because he gave me the meds anyway and I was fine for the rest of my trip. Really, you should talk with your doctor and you might even want to go so far as to check with your hotel and see if there is an English speaking pharmacist that you can call before you leave for the states. Ask what you'll need to get your prescription filled and see if they and your doctor can't work out a plan. I wouldn't give up hope just yet. Good luck. BTW, my doctor chewed me out when I told him what happened. Good thing I like him.

Sorry--I meant call the pharmacist overseas before you leave the states.