Travel Considerations

APD

If you’re an APD patient, which means you do PD therapy with a cycler at night, there’s some important information you’ll want to be aware of when travelling.

• In order to travel while on APD therapy, you’ll need a power adapter, solution bags, the disposable set, and other disposable products such as MiniCap disconnect caps, etc. 
• Remember to either arrange for or personally bring all of the disposable products needed
• In some instances, it may be easier for you to bring disposable products vs. having them delivered, especially for shorter trips
• You’ll need to be aware of the solution bag connection differences (spike or Luer) between countries. Please see the Spike and Luer Connectivity Guide for more information. 
• You may want to consider whether or not back-up CAPD supplies should also be delivered to your destination, in the event of APD cycler issues — in many situations, this is highly recommended

CAPD

When travelling as a CAPD patient, which means you perform manual exchanges during the day, please take note of the following important information.

• In order to travel while on CAPD therapy, you’ll need solution bags and other disposable products such as MiniCap disconnect caps, clamps, etc. 
• Remember to either arrange for or personally bring all of the disposable products needed
• In many instances, it may be easier for you to bring disposable products vs. having them delivered, especially for shorter trips

PRODUCT CONSIDERATIONS

• Products may look slightly different from country to country; talk to your PD clinical team to discuss if you need additional training before your trip. The product you receive at your travel destination may have different product code numbers on the box, and depending on your destination, may be in a different language
• It’s important that you familiarise yourself with the destination packaging, to make sure you’re using the correct product(s)
• In some cases, products that Baxter offers are not available in all countries. It’s possible that you may be required to bring your own disposable products; your Global Travel Club Specialist will tell you if this applies to you. You may also have the option of shipping the product from your home country for an additional charge
• Baxter will not pick up unused product from a destination, nor will we provide refunds
• You are responsible for proper disposal of unused product

DELIVERY CONSIDERATIONS

• Baxter will deliver a maximum supply of four weeks at a time
• If you are staying longer, you may need to arrange multiple deliveries
• Your Global Travel Club Specialist will give you details specific to your situation
• In some situations, Baxter can only deliver to the local airport, and you will be responsible for transporting your product from the airport to your local accommodations
• It is recommended that you contact your country’s consulate to confirm customs procedures
• Remember to bring dressings and medication supplies with you
• Be prepared for unexpected expenses
• If you are an APD patient, it is strongly suggested that you bring some CAPD back-up supplies with you
• In some instances, we will be unable to meet your international travel needs. Please contact Baxter early in your travel planning and before you finalise your plans to avoid any unexpected surprises