Medicine

Can Medicines Be Sent Internationally from India?

What you need to know before couriering medicines to family abroad.

Quick answer

Yes. Personal-use prescription medicines can usually be sent with a prescription, bill and ID, in original packaging, if the destination allows them. Controlled drugs cannot be sent.

The short answer

Yes. Most personal-use prescription medicines can be sent, provided the destination country allows them and you include the right documents.

What you will need

  • Copy of the doctor’s prescription
  • Purchase bill for the medicines
  • Patient’s ID
  • Medicines in original, sealed packaging

What is not allowed

Controlled substances, narcotics and certain psychotropic drugs are not permitted. Quantities are usually limited to personal use. Ask CPL to confirm the rules for your destination.

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