Can I buy Eliquis in a pharmacy in Mexico?


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Yes, you can buy Eliquis (apixaban) in pharmacies in Mexico, but you generally need a valid prescription.

Availability and Regulations

  • Prescription Requirement: While some common medications are sold over the counter in Mexico, anticoagulants like Eliquis are strictly regulated. Legitimate pharmacies require a prescription.
  • Regulation: Mexican pharmacies are regulated by COFEPRIS (the federal agency for protection against sanitary risk, similar to the US FDA).
  • Cost: Brand-name Eliquis in Mexico is often significantly cheaper than retail prices in the United States.

Bringing Medication Back to the U.S.

  • U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the FDA allow U.S. residents to bring a personal use supply (typically up to a 90-day or 3-month supply) of FDA-approved medications across the border.
  • You must declare all medications upon re-entering the United States, and carrying a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider is strongly advised.