Ready to hit the road or fly across the globe? Traveling is your ticket to unforgettable experiences and stories, yet it can be a bit tricky when you need to manage inflammatory conditions with delicate medications like Humira that require careful handling. Whether it’s a breezy weekend away or an ambitious international expedition, keeping your Humira injections at the right temperature is essential.

We’ll walk you through the best travel case coolers for Humira, along with plenty of helpful tips for traveling with Humira, packing your meds safely, navigating airport security, and crossing international borders like a pro. 

 

Best travel cooler for Humira, 4AllFamily Germany

 

Why You Need A Travel Case for Humira

Like most injectables used to treat inflammatory conditions, including Enbrel, Actemra, Cimzia, Orencia, Taltz, Kevzara, Cosentyx, or Simponi, Humira (adalimumab) is especially sensitive to temperature and light exposure. 

According to AbbVie, the manufacturer, Humira needs to be refrigerated between 2°C and 8°C and protected from light before first use. Once opened or removed from the fridge, you can then keep Humira at room temperature, but no warmer than 25°C, and only for 14 days-and still, keep it out of the light!

Therefore, traveling with Humira certainly throws in a twist, especially when it's so important to keep your Humira pen cool, whether you're flying off to a new adventure or wandering under the sun in warmer climates.

If the mercury is likely to climb above 25°C, using a medical travel case cooler for your Humira pens or syringes is a wise choice.

Plus, if you're packing Humira supplies for over two weeks, you’ll definitely need to carry them in a refrigerated travel case.

Opting for a specialised Humira travel case is more than just practical—it’s essential when traveling. It gives you that much-needed peace of mind, knowing your Humira is as prepared as you are for whatever your journey brings!

Humira Travel Cases from 4AllFamily Germany

Picture this: You’re on a remote hiking trail in the Spanish Pyrenees, miles from the nearest outlet, or cruising through France on a month-long road trip. Or maybe you’re gearing up for a marathon 12-hour flight to the United States. In each of these travel adventures, one crucial challenge remains: keeping your Humira cool.

Relying on a DIY cooler bag might seem like a simple solution for transporting Humira, but it often doesn’t meet the strict temperature requirements for medications. The temperature in regular insulated bags can vary widely, putting your medication at risk. Plus, dealing with melting ice can turn into a soggy, stressful ordeal rather than making travel easier. And often, these homemade cooling bags aren’t even approved by AESA for air travel.

That’s where 4AllFamily travel cases come in. Designed specifically for those traveling with refrigerated medications like Humira, these medical-grade travel coolers maintain a steady, dependable environment, ensuring your Humira stays perfectly chilled, anytime, anywhere. 

Our extensive selection of medical travel cases caters to all needs, from a few hours of protection from external heat to several days of continuous refrigeration. Depending on your travel scenario with Humira, you might need different types of cases:

  • If you're traveling with unrefrigerated Humira pens or syringes for less than 14 days, a travel case that keeps them at room temperature and protected from heat above 25°C is necessary.
  • If you're traveling with refrigerated Humira pens for more than 14 days, a refrigerated travel case is essential to keep your medication safe and effective.

Humira travel cases for heat protection

Remember that Humira can be stored at room temperature-up to 25°C for days. If you're traveling during the summer or to warmer climates, where temperatures can exceed 25°C, using a travel cooler is essential, as even brief exposure to heat could damage your injections. 

The Chiller Advanced Travel Cases are ideal here. They are compact, lightweight, and work with an innovative evaporative cooling technology, requiring no ice or electricity, to keep your Humira cool for at least 45 hours of travel!

And if you need more storage space, the Companion Insulated Cooler Bag can accommodate up to 3 Humira pens, perfect for longer trips or when you need to transport larger supplies.


Refrigerated Travel Cases for Humira

Now, if you're traveling with Humira pens or syringes for extended periods beyond 14 days, securing a travel case that can mimic fridge temperatures becomes essential. The integrity of Humira hinges on maintaining this cold chain, as exposure to temperatures above standard fridge conditions (8°C) for even a short time means the medication must be used within a maximum of 14 days.

4AllFamily doesn't just create cooling travel cases; we also offer reliable portable fridges designed for transporting refrigerated medications like Humira. Our mini travel fridges are crafted to keep a consistent temperature range from 2°C to 8°C. They meet AESA guidelines for air travel, ensuring they can be used during flights and are operable with or without a power source.

The Voyager Travel Refrigerator, for instance, allows you to carry up to 3 refrigerated Humira pens for more than 30 hours off-the-grid, or for an unlimited time when plugged into a USB power source.

With the Nomad Portable Cooling Cases, you can also keep 4 Humira syringes or 3 Humira pens refrigerated while traveling, without electricity. And the same goes with the Explorer, our 3-in-1 Travel Case Cooler, that can keep Humira refrigerated for over 52 hours!

Humira Travel Cases, 4AllFamily Germany

More Tips for Keeping Humira Cool While Traveling

Whether you're jet-setting across the globe, cruising the seas, road-tripping from coast to coast, or just chilling at the beach, keeping your Humira cool isn't just nice to have—it's a must! Alongside a trusty Humira travel case, here are some savvy tips to ensure your Humira stays cool and out of the light, no matter your destination:

  • Shade is Your Friend: Always dodge direct sunlight. Keep your Humira pens and syringes in the coolest, shadiest spot you can find. Hanging out outside? Grab some shade under an umbrella or a leafy tree, even if you've packed a cooler.

  • Beach Bound? If you're hitting the sands or heading to warm spots, best keep your meds in your hotel room's fridge if you're not using them straight away.

  • Car-Free Zone: Never leave your Humira in the car. Cars can quickly turn into saunas, especially in direct sun, and that's no good for Humira.

  • Steer Clear of Heat: Keep your Humira away from any heat sources like kitchens, campfires, heaters, and chimneys. Heat speeds up the breakdown of your medication, so better safe than sorry!

  • Temperature Checks: Use a cooler with a thermometer to keep tabs on the temperature. It's a simple check that keeps your meds safe.

  • Go Gel: If you're DIYing a cooler bag, gel packs are your best bet over ice. They last longer and won't drip as they thaw. And always have a backup cooling plan—extra gel packs or a quick way to grab ice or another cooler can be a lifesaver.

  • Fly Right: Make sure your cooling solution is up to snuff with airline and AESA regulations. All 4AllFamily Humira travel cases are AESA-approved, so you’re covered there.

Flying with Humira

You can definitely take Humira on a plane, including the pens, prefilled syringes, and all related medical supplies like unused and used needles, alcohol swabs, and more.

Injectable medications like Humira aren't subject to the AESA's standard liquids restrictions, ensuring you can bring them in your hand luggage.

For both safety and convenience, it’s best to carry your Humira and all medical supplies in your carry-on baggage. Putting them in checked luggage risks loss or exposure to varying temperatures in the cargo area.

Like most medications, Humira can safely undergo x-ray examinations at airport security checks. But if you prefer, you can request a manual hand-screening of your medications to avoid x-rays.

You don't need any special documentation for domestic or European flights with Humira, provided that the labels on your medication are clear and legible and you only carry a "reasonable" amount. However, if you're traveling outside of the E.U., you may be require to show the following documentation:  

  • A letter from your doctor detailing your Humira treatment
  • A copy of your prescription
  • Humira stored in its original packaging with labels intact
  • Your medical insurance card or a proof of travel insurance

  • Related article: Flying with Arthritis, How to Prepare for Long-Haul Flights?

    We'd Love to Hear From You!

    We hope these tips make your travel preparations with Humira a breeze. If you've got any stories, questions about traveling with Humira, or insights about our travel cases, or if you just want to share some of your own travel hacks, please drop us a comment below. We’re all ears! Your experiences and tips not only inspire us but help the whole community. Let's connect and make traveling with Humira easier for everyone!

    October 23, 2024

    The information presented in this article and its comment section is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a replacement for professional medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for any medical concerns or questions you may have.