Fiji
Are common prescription medications available in Fiji?
When we asked expats in Fiji if common prescription medications are available in Fiji, they wrote...
"Yes, common prescription medications are available in Fiji. Most pharmacies in Fiji carry a wide range of medications, including those used to treat common illnesses such as colds, flu, and allergies. Many pharmacies also carry medications used to treat more serious conditions, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. In addition, some pharmacies also offer specialized medications, such as those used to treat cancer and HIV/AIDS," commented one expat who made the move to Fiji.
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"Some medicines can be bought off the shelves but a few or those having chances of abuse can be bought only by a prescription and most of the time the medicines are available in the government and local pharmacies," remarked another expat in Suva, Fiji.
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Are common prescription medications available in Fiji?
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
