Japan had very few different over-the-counter meds, and they were all frightfully expensive. A package of 20 Tylenol in Japan cost more than a bottle of 100 in the US. And generic acetaminophen was 1000 for the price of Japan's 20. Here in Thailand, you can purchase almost any medicins over the counter except those that can be used recreationally; amphetamines, benzodiazapines, narcotics, etc. But if you are worried about terrorists bio-bombing you, you can fill your home medicine cabinet with Doxycycline, Amoxicillin, Ampicillin, Ciprofloxacin, Streptomycin, etc., etc. etc. cheaper than going to McDonalds!
Stitchawl
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