I HAVE ALWAYS CARRIED MY MEDS WITH ME. HAVE FORGOTEN THEM A FEW TIMES IN ADULTHOOD, LIKE THE DAY OF THE 89 EARTHQUKE, NOT TOO SMART SINCE THAT DAY I MAKE SURE I HAVE A WEEK SUPPLY WITH ME AT ALL TIMES. I LIVE IN CA. YOU NEVER KNOW WHEN THE EARTH WANTS TO MOVE.ELAINE E.