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What medicine to bring to Mexico City?

Most medications can be purchased at pharmacies in Mexico. However, it's always a good idea to have basics – like Pepto-Bismol, Dramamine for motion sickness, and Ibuprofen – on hand. Activated charcoal tablets are also helpful as your stomach gets used to new foods, ingredients, and spices.



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Over-the-counter medicines
  • Diarrhea medicine (Imodium or Pepto-Bismol)
  • Antacid.
  • Antihistamine.
  • Motion sickness medicine.
  • Cough drops, cough suppressant, or expectorant.
  • Decongestant.
  • Pain and fever medicine (acetaminophen, aspirin, or ibuprofen)
  • Mild laxative.


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One of the best ways to prepare for Mexico travel is to prep your immune system and strengthen your gut health. Some common supplements include probiotics, Vitamin C, echinacea, zinc, elderberry, and other immune boosters.

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Can you bring Tylenol to Mexico? You are allowed to bring enough medicine for the time period you will be in Mexico. If you are bringing an unusual quantity of medicine please bring a doctor's prescription just in case you need to prove the medicine is for your own consumption.

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Conclusion: How Not to Get Sick in Mexico To recap, avoid consuming tap water, be cautious of food and drinks, don't avoid street food altogether, and stay hydrated. An upset stomach will not be the only sickness tourists contend with in Mexico. Heat exhaustion is also one of the most common conditions.

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Coffee, hot tea, canned soda and juice, beer, wine and alcohol are all a safe bet.

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As mentioned, you don't need to have your pills in their original bottles under TSA guidelines. However, when traveling out of the country, having those pills in their original prescription bottles may make the customs process smoother and simpler.

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You can travel with your medication in both carry-on and checked baggage. It's highly recommended you place these items in your carry-on in the event that you need immediate access.

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