Medications in Bangladesh: what are the rules for travelers?

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Medications — Bangladesh

What travelers need to know about medications in Bangladesh. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

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Medications in Bangladesh: what every traveler should know.

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Bangladesh has no prohibitions on specific medications, but carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription; counterfeit medication exists, so buy from major pharmacies and hospitals.

§ US State Dept — Bangladesh

Verified Jul 19, 2026

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