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Can you buy steroids at the pharmacy here?

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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 12 November 2011 - 16:05

I'm not looking for huge muscles :D.

Dad's coming over for six weeks from next Monday and his doctor makes sure he always keeps a spare prescription for both antibiotics and steroids at home in case he gets a chest infection, as he has COPD. While he'll be bringing both with him, I just wanted to check that we can buy steroids in case we need them in a hurry and he's run out.

Any info much appreciated, thanks.

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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 13 November 2011 - 20:21
You can buy prednisone and most common antibiotics at many pharmacies w/out prescription, but some, like Boots, will require a prescription. He should know his dosage and the generic term for the drugs ... and it'll be fine.
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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 13 November 2011 - 20:16
Super, thanks ladies. I'll get Mum to scan and send his prescription so I can double-check :). He's meant to be flying a week tomorrow and right on cue, he's got a chest infection :(.
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EW MASTER
Latest post on 12 November 2011 - 16:42
Just make sure they are not on the banned substances list if you are going to bring them in. Some things that are OTC at home can be unexpectedly banned here. http://www.grapeshisha.com/plan-your-trip/banned-drugs-in-dubai-and-abu-dhabi.html
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 12 November 2011 - 16:40
Yes you can, again seconded what clare says get the name, dose and check with local pharmacy. It may be worth him bringing his perscription with him as well of all his meds.
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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 12 November 2011 - 16:30
If I were you I would get the name of the drugs he uses and check with a big pharmacy like Life Pharmacy on Al Wasle Road to see if they stock them - if there is any problem with getting them I would get him to bring a big supply when he comes over rather than chance getting them in Dubai.
 
 

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