Can I mail prescription medication to Mexico?

Limits. Packing or shipping all the prescription medication you need for an extended vacation can present problems: as a general rule, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency forbids people from bringing more than 90 days worth of medication into the country.

Is it legal to ship prescription drugs internationally?

The same rules apply to both domestic and international shipments. You can only ship prescription medications internationally if you are a DEA registered distributor.

Can a US prescription be filled in Mexico?

In general, while it’s technically federally prohibited, you can drive to Mexico, buy medication and bring it back, as long as it’s for your personal use.

Can I send medication to Mexico?

It is illegal to bring into Mexico some over-the-counter medicines commonly used in the United States, including inhalers and some allergy and sinus medications.

Can you ship prescription drugs through FedEx?

Prescriptions can also be delivered the same day they’re ordered, as long as the order is placed by a cut-off time specified by the pharmacy. Mail: Pharmacies may also get involved in shipping prescriptions through the mail using the United States Postal Service (USPS), Canada Post, UPS, FedEx, etc.

What medicine is not allowed in Mexico?

Specifically, products that contain stimulants (medicines that contain pseudoephedrine, such as Actifed, Sudafed, and Vicks inhalers) or codeine are prohibited.

Can you send packages to Mexico?

Use a private carrier that ships to Mexico, such as UPS, DHL, FedEx, or NEX Worldwide Express, to send large or unusually shaped packages. Private carriers can often get international packages to Mexico more quickly than public ones (about 2-3 business days), though they are typically pricier, too.

What prescriptions are available in Mexico?

Expect to pay $1 milligram, and if you get caught by federalies witout a rx, you will go to jail. Subutex, valium, xanax tramadol, can be prescribed by general md.s in Tijuana and can be filled at most pharmacy. Always cary copy of script with your meds. while in mexico.

Can I buy pain meds in Mexico?

When you visit a dentist in Mexico, he will write you a prescription for pain or antibiotics after procedures such as extraction or dental surgery. You’ll be able to buy prescription meds from any of the number of discount Mexican pharmacies located across the border and bring it back to the US.

Can I order medication from Mexico?

According to the U.S. Department of State, any drug classified as a controlled medicine, including antibiotics, by the government of Mexico cannot be purchased in Mexico without a Mexican prescription. A federally registered Mexican physician must write the prescription.

How to order prescription drugs safely online?

How to Order Prescription Drugs Safely Online. 1. Check the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy’s website to see whether your pharmacy is a verified Internet practice pharmacy site. 2. Visit legitscript.com, and type in the website of the online pharmacy to see whether it’s approved.