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Pharmacies in Mae Haad

Mae Haad, Koh Tao

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About this experience

Pharmacies in Mae Haad are the primary source of prescription and over-the-counter medications on Koh Tao, located along the main pier road in Mae Haad village. These compact shops stock common Thai pharmaceuticals, first-aid supplies, and personal care items, serving both residents and visitors. Staff typically provide basic advice in English for minor ailments, though serious cases are referred to the island's clinic or hospital.

What to expect

Most pharmacies open daily from 8:00 to 20:00, with shorter hours on Sundays and public holidays
Common items include paracetamol, ibuprofen, antihistamines, oral rehydration salts, and motion-sickness tablets
Prescription antibiotics and asthma inhalers require a doctor's note from a local clinic, not available over the counter
Each shop is a single-room retail space with shelves of boxed medications, a counter, and a small fridge for insulin and vaccines
Pharmacists can apply basic wound dressings and sell sterile gauze, antiseptic, and elastic bandages for dive-related cuts
Suitable for travellers needing immediate relief for headaches, sea sickness, or minor infections without a hospital visit