Can retired military in Thailand using TriCare receive prescription medications by mail?

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A question for those who are retired military living in Thailand and who uses TriCare. Can you get your prescription medicines sent to your home address, or mailed there, like high blood pressure. Type 2 diabetes meds, for example?

Ask Thailand · Answer

Retired military individuals using TriCare should know that Express Scripts does not ship medications to foreign addresses, including Thailand. Instead, many prescription medications available in the US can often be purchased over-the-counter from local pharmacies in Thailand. It is advisable to check if needed medications are available locally and possibly explore local pharmacy services for more convenience.

Rory ********* · Answer

No you get them over the counter here

Tyler ******* · Answer

Importing medication is highly regulated.

In Thailand, pharmacists can prescribe medicine and give it to you OTC. You don’t need to go to a doctor first. It would be easier if you can find out if the medicine you need (it may be under a different brand name) can be picked up at a local pharmacy.

Frank ********** · Answer

Express Scripts will not ship medication to foreign addresses. Only to the US or it's territories or APO/FPO.

Phil ********* · Answer

Connect with Local Groups: Join Facebook groups like "US Vets & Active Duty Living in and Visiting Thailand FMP and VA too" for real-time advice and provider lists.

G *************** · Answer

You can purchase over the counter. See the pharmacist for details... a surprising number of Rx in USA are OTC in Thailand.

Can retired military in Thailand using TriCare receive prescription medications by mail?

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