Should you bring a medicine kit to Bali, and can you buy common medications like antidiarrheals over the counter?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 7 days ago
TL;DR
Yes, bring a medicine kit, especially with kids: prescription-only drugs like antidiarrheal medication (enterofuril-type) can be hard or impossible to buy without a prescription in Bali. Basic items like iodine, band-aids, sunscreen, and equivalents of common cold/upset-stomach remedies are easy to find in local pharmacies.
What the community said
Pack medications for emergencies: for food poisoning, allergies, pain relief, and fever. In Bali you can find local alternatives, but they don't always have a similar composition and aren't always quick to find — for urgent situations it's better to have familiar medicines on hand.
7 days ago antidiarrheal (enterofuril-type) — prescription only
Basic items like iodine, band-aids, and sunscreen are easily available in local Bali pharmacies — no issues there. Local equivalents of cold remedies and anti-diarrheal absorbents are also sold.
7 days ago
If traveling with children, definitely bring a medicine kit — local healthcare and medication availability differ from what you're used to, so it's better to be prepared in advance.
7 days ago