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alienbill - 28 Oct 2004 02:05 GMT

Hi all. I suffer from generalised anxiety and have had a script for
Xanax for well over a year. I carry the bottle with me wherever I go. I
find that even if I don't end up taking one I feel better just knowing
I'm prepared. Problem is sometimes taking the whole bottle of pills is
inconvenient.

I recently came across a neat little tube that can hold several pills
and attaches to a keychain. I'm interested, but worried that I could be
pulled over or something and accused of carrying a controlled substance.
I've noticed when I get my refill there's a second piece of paper like
the label on the bottle. I'm wondering if carrying this in my wallet
would be sufficient to show I really do have a legal script?

Thanks for any info.

bill

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poboxdc@ix.netcom.com - 28 Oct 2004 07:21 GMT

> Hi all. I suffer from generalised anxiety and have had a script for
> Xanax for well over a year. I carry the bottle with me wherever I go. I
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> alienbill@wyoming.com

You worry too much!

KM

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alienbill - 28 Oct 2004 23:00 GMT

> You worry too much!
>
> KM

Of course. It kinda goes with my diagnosis.

I also live in a bad neighborhood. I have been stopped while simply
driving, biking, or even walking to the store because I just happened to
be at the wrong place & time. Every time they ask if I have any weapons
or drugs, and ask permission to search me. I know if I refuse they'll
just waste more of my time while they call for the dogs so I always
cooperate.

So, as to my original question...?

bill

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P T - 31 Oct 2004 06:54 GMT

1) I'm not aware of any law that states a patient may not carry meds in
any container they wish.
2) On the other hand, an unmarked container may arouse the curiosity of
law enforcement.
3) If this happens, a label sure would be better than nothing to
establish the legitimacy of your prescription.

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Fifty Hertz - 31 Oct 2004 12:28 GMT

> 1) I'm not aware of any law that states a patient may not carry meds in
> any container they wish.
> 2) On the other hand, an unmarked container may arouse the curiosity of
> law enforcement.
> 3) If this happens, a label sure would be better than nothing to
> establish the legitimacy of your prescription.

US law states that prescription medications must be in their original
containers upon entry at the border.

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