The Austrian Medicine Import Act generally prohibits the import of drugs and medicines into Austria.
However, certain exemptions to that rule exist for travelers:
A)
Travelers residing ouside the European Union are allowed to carry with
them (as part of their personal luggage) drugs and medicines in such a
quantity that might normally be used by an individual having a health
problem requiring such drugs or medicine.
B)
Further, travelers while staying in Austria may receive drugs and
medicines for their personal use. The quantity sent to them by
relatives or friends, however, is limited to what an individual would
normally use during the length of his stay in Austria and must never
exceed three packages.
Finally, it is recommended
that you bring with you either a prescription or written statement from
your personal physician that the medicine is being used under a
doctor's direction and is necessary for your physical well-being while
traveling.
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