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Medications — Malaysia
What travelers need to know about medications in Malaysia. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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Driving in the U.S. too?The free LawLert iPhone app alerts you when you cross into a U.S. state where a law you track differs. It doesn't cover other countries yet.Get the free appMedications in Malaysia: allowed only under specific conditions.
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Prescription medications must be in original packaging with a prescription; controlled substances need a written prescription and a 30-day limit, and CBD/THC products are absolutely prohibited even with a US prescription.
Cannabis-related medications fall under severe drug penalties.
§ US State Dept — MalaysiaVerified Jul 19, 2026
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