Travelling with CPAP  [ Return to  Safety  ]

Consulting your physician will enable him/her to prescribe any changes in your daily therapy that your travel may require, such as altitude compensation.

Always carry a copy of your CPAP prescription with you. Some airlines require a special form to be completed by your physician.

Advanced planning is the key to the success of your trip whether you plan to use public transportation, car, camper or motor home. Travelling with CPAP equipment can present some unique problems, most of which can be solved with careful planning.

Especially if travelling overseas, always check if the power source required for your CPAP unit is compatible with your place of destination. Most CPAP units have the option of a DC/AC inverter or automatic internal power converter (universal) available. For further information, please contact your nearest Air Liquide Healthcare outlet or call us on our national toll free number.

Notice: All medical and therapeutic information and advice contained on this website is necessarily general in nature and may not be appropriate to your particular condition. Consequently, we caution all our readers that the information and advice contained on this website should be acted or relied upon only after consultation with your physician or health care professional.