milldav Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 Hi, I'm new to CM. I take tablets for diabetes and high blood pressure. My stocks are getting low so can anyone recommend a place to purchase new supplies? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 If you can tell us exactly what you need I'm sure someone will point you in the right direction. It could be as simple as "any pharmacy" to "you need to get a hospital prescription" to (worst case) "those drugs are not available in Thailand". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gottfrid Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 I have a friend in the same position. According to him, the best way is to see a doctor every time he need new meds. He get it for 3 months at the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post TimBKK Posted April 19, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted April 19, 2022 Medisafe Pharmacy - can search them here, lots of good reports. Based in BKK but operate mostly online although they also schedule delivery “runs” where you can have your item delivered in person - Chiang Mai scheduled for 30 April. https://www.facebook.com/Medisafe.Pharmacy.Rama4 Have used several times with no problems. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milldav Posted April 19, 2022 Author Share Posted April 19, 2022 Hi I need metformin, gliclazide, sitagliptin and losartin. They're prescription meds in the UK but when I spent a period in CM about 13 years ago I could get them over the counter. I wasn't sure whether I'd be best going to a particular pharmacy, a doctor or a hospital Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thailand Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 32 minutes ago, milldav said: Hi I need metformin, gliclazide, sitagliptin and losartin. They're prescription meds in the UK but when I spent a period in CM about 13 years ago I could get them over the counter. I wasn't sure whether I'd be best going to a particular pharmacy, a doctor or a hospital Try pharmacies like First Drug where the products will be much cheaper if they have them. I guess you mean Losartan? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamb00ler Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 My required medicines are easy enough to find so I can't speak to finding those medicines that are less common. However, I can recommend the pharmacy I use. The couple that own/operate it are very easy and pleasant to deal with. Their English is excellent. Meechok Pharma at: https://goo.gl/maps/x94SkwhLrSKWLn6PA 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgrahmm Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 I've used Fascino for the past year.....They offer this card for discounts & some are as high as 40%+.....There are several locations in CM....I use the one by Hang Dong market on 108..... They will order on request as needed..... There is a great pharmacy close to the iron bridge in a teak building....They carry about everything & the pharmacist is very knowledgeable.....It was the best I had found.... However.... Once I found Fascino it eliminated the need to go all the way into town from SPT..... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CartagenaWarlock Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 (edited) 29 minutes ago, pgrahmm said: I've used Fascino for the past year.. I used Fascino in Pattaya and was able to get all prescribed medications. Only problems is my Health saving account MC does not recognize Fascino as a pharmacy and charges are always declined. Hospital pharmacies are accepted. In fact I have not found a single pharmacy in Pattaya that are recognized as pharmacy by my HSA card. So far I have found only one store outside hospitals in Bangkok (Pratunam) that is recognized as a pharmacy. Edited April 19, 2022 by CartagenaWarlock 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post FriendlyFarang Posted April 19, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted April 19, 2022 (edited) I like this Fascino, they have many things and are cheap: https://goo.gl/maps/xbY42axspsQSqW5o9 As another poster suggested already, sign up as member with them (it's free), sometimes you get quite big discounts. Then there is also this pharmacy close by, they also have many things: https://goo.gl/maps/jo7GWf2LC8wupCCo9 Fascino is just a bit cheaper in my experience, which is why I usually go to Fascino, unless they don't have what I'm looking for. 12 hours ago, milldav said: Hi I need metformin, gliclazide, sitagliptin and losartin. metformin, gliclazide and losartin can legally be sold at pharmacies, no prescription required. Sitagliptin is a "special controlled drug" and requires a prescription. Some drugs in the same category are sold at pharmacies without prescription though, but others are not, I don't know how the situation with sitagliptin is. I suggest to ask at a few pharmacies for it, maybe you find one that just sells it to you, if they all tell you no, you would have to see a doctor for this one, or find an alternative drug that's not in this category. Edited April 19, 2022 by FriendlyFarang 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpiety2 Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 23 hours ago, TimBKK said: Medisafe Pharmacy - can search them here, lots of good reports. Based in BKK but operate mostly online although they also schedule delivery “runs” where you can have your item delivered in person - Chiang Mai scheduled for 30 April. https://www.facebook.com/Medisafe.Pharmacy.Rama4 Have used several times with no problems. Medisafe is cheap, easy and to your door, just message them what you need and they'll give you prices and ship it, you can ask for generics as well. Shipping is usually only about 30 baht. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 11 hours ago, FriendlyFarang said: Sitagliptin is a "special controlled drug" and requires a prescription. It seems to be freely available here. https://bangkokdrugstore.com/product/januvia-100-mg-14s/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 13 hours ago, CartagenaWarlock said: I used Fascino in Pattaya and was able to get all prescribed medications. Only problems is my Health saving account MC does not recognize Fascino as a pharmacy and charges are always declined. Hospital pharmacies are accepted. In fact I have not found a single pharmacy in Pattaya that are recognized as pharmacy by my HSA card. So far I have found only one store outside hospitals in Bangkok (Pratunam) that is recognized as a pharmacy. Have no idea what HSA is but my US Blue Cross requirement has always been a full receipt with address for drug stores (which most do not provide without asking - and some places may not want to do in any case). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milldav Posted April 20, 2022 Author Share Posted April 20, 2022 Many thanks for the replies folks. Much appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterubi1 Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 I tend to use Dara Pharmacy on Kaeowanarat Road https://goo.gl/maps/obyZvsjuP2kYnJ9FA They are not a chain and seem to have some of the lowest prices around. Also you may not get the exact same medicine brands that you had before. If the Pharmacy cannot advise you of good alternatives, then I would recommend Dr Promphan at Bangkok Hospital, who will be able to assess you and recommend a regime of locally available brands. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CartagenaWarlock Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, lopburi3 said: Have no idea what HSA HSA is health saving account, a tax free account that you can let grow as an investment vehicle like stocks and can only use for health related expenses.. Edited April 20, 2022 by CartagenaWarlock 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CartagenaWarlock Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, lopburi3 said: Have no idea what HSA is but my US Blue Cross requirement has always been a full receipt with address for drug stores (which most do not provide without asking - and some places may not want to do in any case). BCBS also has HSA account. And yes, I can get reimbursed for my HSA account also but it invovles paperwork and I often forget for 2000 baht. https://www.bcbsil.com/insurance-basics/how-health-insurance-works/what-is-an-hsa. I even try to avoid Thai immigration for paper work and work with an agent to my things done. Edited April 20, 2022 by CartagenaWarlock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post elektrified Posted April 20, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted April 20, 2022 3 hours ago, chesterubi1 said: I tend to use Dara Pharmacy on Kaeowanarat Road https://goo.gl/maps/obyZvsjuP2kYnJ9FA They are not a chain and seem to have some of the lowest prices around. Also you may not get the exact same medicine brands that you had before. If the Pharmacy cannot advise you of good alternatives, then I would recommend Dr Promphan at Bangkok Hospital, who will be able to assess you and recommend a regime of locally available brands. Dara clearly doesn't "have some of the lowest prices around", but until you get settled in and find your way around I would recommend starting there as they have one of the largest stocks in C.M. You will find almost everything you need there. It's a good start. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Lacessit Posted April 20, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted April 20, 2022 Any hospital pharmacy will meet your needs, after a doctor's consultation, although those pharmacies are usually more expensive. When I was in CM, I used Peera Pharmacy on the road up from Thapae Gate in the Old City. Not expensive, and the lady there speaks very good English. You can inquire as to availability and pricing of the medications you want on her LINE account, Peera Pharmacy. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pronto2 Posted April 21, 2022 Share Posted April 21, 2022 On 4/19/2022 at 5:04 PM, gamb00ler said: However, I can recommend the pharmacy I use. The couple that own/operate it are very easy and pleasant to deal with. Their English is excellent. Meechok Pharma at: https://goo.gl/maps/x94SkwhLrSKWLn6PA I also endorse this shop. Excellent knowledge and easy communication. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimGant Posted April 23, 2022 Share Posted April 23, 2022 PharmaChoice. I use them for medications long ago prescribed (7 yrs) in the US, plus a few recent Bangkok Hospital prescriptions. They don't need a prescription for any of the maintenance ones I take, write in nice long hand the details on their letter head receipt, and sign it "pharmacist" I file this with Tricare, and have never been denied, even tho' the stipulated filing should be on machine prepared documentation. I've even slipped to filing 6 months worth, when usually they look for 3 month -- no problem. But, point being -- if you're going to file with an insurance company, handwritten receipts, plus a credit card slip, might suffice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted April 23, 2022 Share Posted April 23, 2022 16 minutes ago, JimGant said: write in nice long hand the details on their letter head receipt, and sign it "pharmacist" I file this with Tricare, and have never been denied, even tho' the stipulated filing should be on machine prepared documentation. Believe the main requirement is physical address of provider being on the receipt. Many places here do not provide any receipt and when asked just have general receipt pad with no name/address on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post elektrified Posted April 29, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted April 29, 2022 On 4/20/2022 at 12:09 PM, Lacessit said: Any hospital pharmacy will meet your needs, after a doctor's consultation, although those pharmacies are usually more expensive. When I was in CM, I used Peera Pharmacy on the road up from Thapae Gate in the Old City. Not expensive, and the lady there speaks very good English. You can inquire as to availability and pricing of the medications you want on her LINE account, Peera Pharmacy. That is one of the most expensive places to shop! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyJ Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 On 4/20/2022 at 11:59 AM, elektrified said: Dara clearly doesn't "have some of the lowest prices around"... Who does? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PoodThaiMaiDai Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 On 4/20/2022 at 8:45 AM, lopburi3 said: It seems to be freely available here. https://bangkokdrugstore.com/product/januvia-100-mg-14s/ This is what I use too. I have had great service and success with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
interested Posted May 27, 2022 Share Posted May 27, 2022 the cheapest pharma by far is at the entrance to warorot market.... the owner is called mr rut... he speaks perfect English. he is a wholesale pharmacy.... he stocks most things... if he doesn't have it he can order for you.... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyJ Posted May 27, 2022 Share Posted May 27, 2022 10 minutes ago, interested said: the cheapest pharma by far is at the entrance to warorot market.... the owner is called mr rut... he speaks perfect English. he is a wholesale pharmacy.... he stocks most things... if he doesn't have it he can order for you.... Do you know the name and/or street address? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
interested Posted May 27, 2022 Share Posted May 27, 2022 (edited) CHANG MOI ROAD just tell mr rut that John sent u, and said please treat him well, and he will offer you the very best prices..... i have used this pharmacy for over 20 years Edited May 27, 2022 by interested 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted May 27, 2022 Share Posted May 27, 2022 20 minutes ago, interested said: CHANG MOI ROAD just tell mr rut that John sent u, and said please treat him well, and he will offer you the very best prices..... i have used this pharmacy for over 20 years Shophouse 110-112 on Google Maps it seems. Open air if I am looking at it right - but for me that is a huge negative for drugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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