Pharmacy/Perscriptions

We've both had really bad chest colds recently that developed into some sort of bacterial infections requiring antibiotics. Our Dr. is going to give us prescriptions for Z packs in case the flight down brings it back. Question: Will the pharmacy on SXM fill if we need it, or should we get it filled and brig n it?

I would get it filled prior to leaving. Take it with you and if by chance you need more there is a chance you can get it. I doubt having it filled on the island would be a problem but I would not take the chance. Just went through a z-pak myself a few weeks ago.

I would fill it before leaving. If you feel so bad that you want to take it, it would be nice not have to find a pharmacy/dr. Small expense compared to the cost of the trip.

I have had prescriptions filled before going and needed more while on island. The on island pharmacy ( Dutch side) filled off the prescription bottle .

Wendell

See Catherine and Jean Marie (Owners) at Front Street Pharmacy if you have a script from the US. No problem.

I agree. Get it filled before, so that if you need it, you have it for the flight down and your first day on island.

We had no problem filling script at the Belair Medical Center pharmacy. Surprise was what cost 20 in US was $3.80

Thanks Everyone!

We had no problems filling prescriptions at the Simpson Bay Pharmacy.

I suspect there is a difference depending on which side of the island you are on. We had problems on the French side getting medication we normally get over the counter in Canada. So I agree with the people who say to bring with yo the prescriptions you will need.

The pharmacy near sint rose cafe near the boardwalk & the pharmacy in marigot are both easy to deal with. I found products cheaper than home. They speak English in marigot. If you bring your own I would bring them in original containers in case of customs issues explaining what's in them.
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