Bringing over the counter medicines into the Kingdom

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MancDoc Active member

Member since 04 December 2012

MancDocActive member08 September 2013 10:26:13

Is there any problem bringing over the counter non prescription medicines for personal use? I refer to Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Lemsip (flu powder), and Imodium (anti-diarrhoea).

I understand prescription medicines must have a doctor's prescription.

Thanks

Alliecat ViP

Member since 13 October 2009

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AlliecatViP08 September 2013 10:31:18

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I've never had an issue and I've brought in large bottles of acetaminophen and cetirizine from Sam's Club!

It's smart to bring in a year's supply of OTC meds because here you can only buy most in packs of ten or twelve and it can get pricey.

Alsimbo Member

Member since 10 January 2012

AlsimboMember08 September 2013 10:39:02

Never had an issue with either prescription, or over the counter, medicines.

I've been asked at both Dammam and Bahrain what they were - prescription medicines have the pharmacy documents with your name etc. on them as proof.

As for the medicines you mention, you can get them, or alternatives, in Saudi no problem, and without restriction it seems - also you can get higher strength.

These are UK/Manchester flights.

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