I know this seems like a strange question, but I am wondering how easy it is to fill prescriptions in Tokyo. I have asthma, allergies, and insomnia, and take prescriptions to deal with these. In my recent trip to Tokyo, I didn't see any place like where I would traditionally fill the scrips in the U.S. (drug store, etc.) Is it easy and common to fill scrips there?
Also, I will have health insurance through my company (I pay half the monthly premiums), and I cover 30% of costs. Any idea of how this works how in terms of cost? Seems things are different here (insurance is either high deductible or pays X% of the prescription), and prices of the drugs are pretty predictable.
Again, sorry if I seem confused....I don't know whether I can buy 'em here and take with me...
Also, I will have health insurance through my company (I pay half the monthly premiums), and I cover 30% of costs. Any idea of how this works how in terms of cost? Seems things are different here (insurance is either high deductible or pays X% of the prescription), and prices of the drugs are pretty predictable.
Again, sorry if I seem confused....I don't know whether I can buy 'em here and take with me...
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