Gate-side meds and basics in Terminal 2
Right in Terminal 2, Farmacia San Pablo fills the basic pharmacy gap before international departures. It sits in the main post-security shopping strip, so you can grab last‑minute items after clearing Mexican exit controls. Stock is focused on over‑the‑counter meds, simple first‑aid supplies, and basic toiletries rather than high-end cosmetics.
Expect standard Mexican pharmacy pricing, not duty‑free markups, so basic painkillers or stomach meds usually cost less than in US or Canadian airports. You’ll see familiar national Mexican brands behind the counter, and some products are available only in Spanish labeling. If you need something specific, point to the active ingredient name on your phone.
Hours generally track Terminal 2’s bank of morning and afternoon international departures, so it’s usually open by the time 07:00 flights are boarding and stays open into the late evening waves. Don’t count on a 24/7 schedule; if your flight leaves around 05:30, buy essentials in town the night before.
Farmacia San Pablo focuses on non‑prescription items; controlled prescriptions typically require a valid Mexican script, and staff may refuse to fill foreign prescriptions. For minor issues—motion sickness, cold symptoms, bug bites—you’ll probably find something that works, but specific US brands might not be on the shelf. Ask for generics by ingredient rather than by brand name.
Tip: swing by here before heading to your gate in Terminal 2 so you’re stocked on painkillers, bandages, and hand sanitizer without paying inflight prices.