By gate side in Terminal 3, Droga Raia keeps trips on track
In GRU Terminal 3, Droga Raia sits airside as a full drugstore, open daily from 06:00 to 23:00. Think last‑minute painkillers, cold meds, saline, bandages, lip balm, and basic skincare before a long-haul to Europe or the US. Staff usually handle simple questions in English or with Google Translate, but all labels are in Portuguese, so double-check dosages.
Being an actual Brazilian chain pharmacy, prices run closer to city rates than duty free — simple items like paracetamol or ibuprofen land in the normal BRL range, not airport-gouge levels. You’ll also see travel-size toiletries, toothbrushes, deodorant, disposable razors, and contact lens solution, which can save a checked-bag search at 22:30 before a 12-hour flight.
The shop sits post-security in Terminal 3, so it only helps for international flights leaving from T3 (LATAM, TAP, Emirates, etc.). If you’re departing from Terminals 1 or 2, you’d need to sort pharmacy runs landside before taking the shuttle. No prescription filling on the spot; it’s over-the-counter only.
Stock isn’t infinite; by around 21:30 some specific brands or kids’ formulations run low. Also, Brazilian OTC rules differ: certain meds you buy freely in the US may be behind the counter here, and antibiotics need a local prescription with the correct CRM number.
Tip: Screenshot the exact name and dosage (e.g., “ibuprofen 400 mg, 20 tablets”) before you walk over, then show your phone at the counter to speed things up.