Like me, you might have brought medicines with you from home when you came to Japan, but eventually those run out and you will need to get more somehow. Importing medicines and other drugs into Japan should not be taken lightly. Some items are perfectly acceptable. But while items containing codeine are OK in Canada [...]
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Bringing or Importing Prescription Medicines into Japan
May 14, 2013 by Ray ProperFinding Western Medicines in Japan
April 2, 2013 by Ray ProperVisitors and residents of Japan from overseas often comment that Japanese drugs are ineffective. Whether because the dosage is wrong, or they have not been prescribed what they were hoping for; the common refrain is a plea for medicines from home. Many people will import over the counter medicines in their bags, or have them [...]
Dealing with Pollen Allergies in Japan
March 14, 2013 by Ray ProperThe proportion of people who have problems with allergies in Japan is startlingly high. People who suffer from allergies will begin, like clockwork with the local plants life cycle, begin to suffer reactions their pollen like: Nasal congestion Sneezing Cough Watery eyes Runny nose Scratchy throat The most common culprit for producing allergy symptoms [...]
Finding Ibuprofen or Pain Relievers in Japan
February 27, 2013 by Ray ProperLike me, you might have brought medicines with you from home when you came to Japan, but eventually those run out and you will need to get more somehow. Importing medicines and dugs into Japan should not be taken lightly. Some items are perfectly acceptable. But while items containing codeine are OK in Canada and [...]
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