Traveling with Zepbound (Tirzepatide): Storage & Regulations

Traveling with refrigerated medications like Zepbound can be a challenge, especially for those new to this weight-loss treatment. If you're wondering about the logistics of traveling with Zepbound, you're not alone.
 
Can you take Zepbound on a plane? What are the best ways to keep it refrigerated while traveling? This article aims to address these questions and more, providing you with essential tips for traveling with your Zepbound injections.
 
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How to Keep Zepbound Cool While Traveling? 

Zepbound is a new FDA-approved weight-loss injection prescribed for weight loss in adults with obesity or overweight with weight-related health complications. Like Wegovy, Zepbound comes in prefilled single-dose injector pens for weekly subcutaneous injections. Its active ingredient, Tirzepatide, is a biologic and very sensitive to light and temperature, making storage conditions a key to its effectiveness.
 
Therefore, the very first challenge that comes to mind when preparing a trip with Zepbound is its storage requirements. How can you transport your Zepbound pens at the right temperature to ensure they remain effective?

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Zepbound storage instructions

Medical travel coolers for Zepbound 

When transporting Zepbound pens, there are really two scenarios to consider: whether you’re taking a short trip (less than 21 days) or a longer one (more than 21 days).
 
Traveling for More Than 21 Days:
 
You'll need to maintain your Zepbound pens constantly refrigerated between 2°C and 8°C (36°F to 46°F). In this case, a reliable portable medication fridge is recommended, such as those from 4AllFamily.
 
The 4AllFamily Voyager Travel Fridge, for example, can keep 2 Zepbound pens refrigerated indefinitelywhen plugged into a USB power source, like a car cigarette lighter, a USS portable solar panel, or an external power bank. And if you don’t have access to electricity, it will still maintain refrigeration conditions for up to 30 hours with its alternative biogel freeze pack function!
 
The Nomad Cooling Case, a more affordable option, operates using biogel freeze packs without the need for electricity. The big model can fit 2 Zepbound pens and uses biogel freeze packs (no electricity needed) to maintain refrigeration conditions for an average of 30 hours, depending on the external conditions.
 
But we have plenty more cooling options for travelers like you, so make sure you check out our catalog before you go!
 

 
Traveling for Less Than 21 Days in Warm Climates:
 
If you're traveling for less than 21 days, you’d be happy to know that your Zepbound pens do not necessarily need to be refrigerated, although it’s still best if they are. They’ll be fine for up to 21 days at room temperature, providing that it never exceeds 30°C (86°F).
 
So, if you’re going to places where the outside temperatures may exceed this threshold, you must use a medical-grade cooler to protect your Zepbound pens from heat and maintain them at room temperature. Again, 4AllFamily´s travel coolers for medications are ideal for keeping your Zepbound injections cool in such situations.
 

 
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More tips to keep zepbound cool while traveling

• Always keep Zepbound pens in the shade and away from direct sunlight.
• Use a thermometer to monitor temperatures.
• Carry your medicine only if necessary; otherwise, leave it in a secure location, like your hotel room.
• Avoid placing Zepbound near heat sources like fireplaces, barbecues, or stoves, even briefly.
• Never leave your injections in a car, as temperatures can rise quickly. 

How to Travel by Plane with Zepbound 

International Travels with Zepbound (Tirzepatide) 

• Research destination regulations: Before your trip, take some time to research the medication transport laws of your destination country. This can often be done through a quick internet search or by contacting the local embassy or consulate.

• Documentation: Carry a letter from your healthcare provider or a prescription that clearly states your need for Zepbound, along with the dosage and your treatment plan. This documentation can be helpful if you're asked about your medication at customs or by other authorities.

• Packaging and labeling: Keep Zepbound pens in their original packaging with pharmacy labels intact. 

• Quantity check: Make sure to carry only the quantity of Zepbound you need for the duration of your trip, plus a little extra. Carrying excessive amounts can sometimes raise concerns at customs.

• A letter from your doctor explaining your need for Zepbound.
• A copy of your medical prescription.
• A medical health card.
• Proof of your travel insurance.