Near Gate 20 in T1, Farmacia Metro is the go-to pharmacy stop.
Farmacia Metro sits in Terminal T1 near Gate 20, handy if you realize you forgot meds or toiletries after security. Exact opening hours aren’t clearly posted online, so assume daytime and evening coverage typical for PTY and have a backup plan if you land after midnight. This is a functional, grab-what-you-need stop, not a place to browse for souvenirs.
Expect standard Latin American pharmacy stock: basic painkillers, cold and flu meds, stomach relief, bandages, basic first-aid items, plus travel-size shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, and sunscreen. Prices run higher than off-airport Panama City branches, but still reasonable by international-airport standards; think a few extra dollars on branded meds or toiletries. Don’t count on finding every specific US or EU brand, but generics usually line up on ingredients.
Staff typically handle simple over-the-counter questions in Spanish, with workable English for pointing out what you need. If you’re dealing with a prescription from home, bring the box or a clear photo showing the active ingredient and dosage in milligrams. That detail helps them match a local equivalent and avoid buying the wrong strength for a long-haul flight.
Plan one extra stop here before heading to immigration or your next gate in T1. Do a quick head-to-toe check at Gate 20: meds, contact solution, lip balm, sunscreen, and spare toiletries. If anything’s missing, this is your last straightforward fix inside Terminal 1.