How do I air-travel with diabetic supplies?

Question

I have diabetic supplies I need to bring with me on a trip; needles, etc

How do I get through security?

I want to bring them on-board just in case my luggage gets lost, can I do this?

What are the requirements for traveling with shampoos, lotions, etc?

Answer 1

You'll need a doctor's note to allow you to carry needles and insulin.  You'll only be allowed enough for the actual journey (but most TSA won't know how much you need....so take as much as you reasonably could say is necessary, allowing for accidents like dropping a needle etc.)

Shampoo and other liquids = 3oz bottles or smaller, everything must fit in a clear quart size resealable bag.  Anything that can be poured, smeared, rubbed in etc counts as a liquid - so face powder, hair wax, lipstick are all "liquids"