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How do I get a doctors letter for OTC medication?

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talkwithmybestfriend · 23/02/2026 12:37

I’m travelling to Norway at the weekend. I have a knee injury and I’ve been recommended to take cocodamol with me just in case it flares up. I have done a google search and it says that because it’s a controlled drug in most of Europe, I’ll need a prescription for it.

The only issue is, it’s OTC here! Do I just need to contact my GP, explain that I’ve been recommended to take cocodamol with me, and that because of the rules in Europe I need a prescription? Or am I best off doing a private GP’s appointment? I feel a bit confused now!

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Jellybunny56 · 23/02/2026 12:50

talkwithmybestfriend · 23/02/2026 12:48

The physio, but she can’t prescribe. So now I’m in a bind!

Have a chat with your GP about it. You don’t need a prescription, a doctor’s letter would be enough- essentially its just to prove its for personal use.

talkwithmybestfriend · 23/02/2026 12:48

Jellybunny56 · 23/02/2026 12:47

Who has recommended you take it with you? Speak to them.

The physio, but she can’t prescribe. So now I’m in a bind!

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Jellybunny56 · 23/02/2026 12:47

Who has recommended you take it with you? Speak to them.