Kimia Farma Pharmacy Senggigi

Prescription medications:

• Antibiotics: amoxicillin, ciprofloxacin, azithromycin, metronidazole, doxycycline. Available with valid prescription (Indonesian or international).
• Antihypertensives, diabetes medications, statins — common chronic-condition medications stocked.
• Mental health medications — limited; some SSRIs and benzodiazepines require Indonesian prescription.
• Specific Western brand medications — generally available as Indonesian generic equivalents.

Over-the-counter (OTC):

• Painkillers: paracetamol, ibuprofen, mefenamic acid, naproxen.
• Antihistamines: cetirizine, loratadine, chlorpheniramine.
• Stomach remedies: loperamide (Imodium), oral rehydration salts (ORS), antacids, simethicone.
• Cold and flu: pseudoephedrine combinations, cough suppressants, throat lozenges.
• Topical: hydrocortisone cream, antifungal cream, antibacterial ointment, calamine lotion.

Travel essentials:

• Sunscreen (SPF 30, 50, 50+): 80,000–200,000 IDR per bottle.
• Mosquito repellent: Soffel, Autan, OFF! brands at 30,000–80,000 IDR.
• After-sun lotion and aloe vera gel: 50,000–120,000 IDR.
• Hand sanitizer, antiseptic spray: 25,000–60,000 IDR.

First aid supplies:

• Adhesive bandages, gauze, medical tape, antiseptic solution, hydrogen peroxide, saline solution, eye drops, oral rehydration salts.

Personal care:

• Toothpaste, shampoo, soap, deodorant — Indonesian brands at lower prices than tourist convenience stores.

Indonesia has historically allowed OTC sale of some antibiotics that require prescription in Western countries. This practice is being tightened — Kimia Farma now generally requires prescription for most antibiotics. Expect:

• Definitely OTC: paracetamol, ibuprofen, antihistamines, basic stomach remedies.
• Sometimes OTC at pharmacist discretion: amoxicillin (for clear infection signs), ciprofloxacin (for travelers' diarrhea).
• Prescription required: most antibiotics, all controlled substances, mental health medications.

Bring a doctor's note or prescription from home if you take regular medications. The pharmacist will advise on whether your specific medications can be dispensed and on Indonesian generic equivalents.

Indonesian pharmacy prices are generally 30–60% lower than equivalent Western prices for the same medications:

• Paracetamol (1000mg, 10 tablets): 25,000–40,000 IDR.
• Amoxicillin (500mg, 1-week course): 80,000–150,000 IDR.
• Ciprofloxacin (500mg, 1-week course): 100,000–250,000 IDR.
• Standard sunscreen SPF 50 (100ml): 80,000–150,000 IDR.
• Branded sunscreen (Banana Boat, Neutrogena): 150,000–300,000 IDR.
• Soffel mosquito repellent (lotion, 80ml): 30,000–50,000 IDR.

Kimia Farma issues itemized receipts in Indonesian (and English on request). For travel insurance reimbursement claims, ask for the English version at the time of purchase — easier than translating later.

The pharmacy does not direct-bill international insurance. Pay at purchase and submit receipts.

• Emergencies — not a clinic. For acute medical needs, see a doctor at Bidan Clinic Senggigi (next door at the Sheraton complex), Gili Air Medical Clinic, or Mataram hospitals.
• Diagnostic testing — no lab. For dengue/COVID/blood tests, visit Biomedika Clinic in Mataram.
• Prescription writing — no doctor on staff. Bring a prescription or get one from a clinic first.
• Compounding — standard medications only, no custom formulations.

Location: Main Senggigi strip, easy walk from any central Senggigi accommodation. The shop is clearly signed with the Kimia Farma branding (orange and white).

Hours: Daily 8am to 10pm. Closed major Islamic holidays (Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha).

Payment: IDR cash, USD cash (daily exchange rate), Visa/Mastercard (2–3% surcharge).

Parking: Small lot in front; otherwise street parking on the main road.

Kimia Farma Senggigi is the right pharmacy for any traveler staying in Senggigi who needs medications, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, or basic medical supplies. Use it instead of smaller unbranded pharmacies for medication purchases — chain authenticity is worth the small price premium. For pharmacy needs in Mataram, Century Pharmacy (also a chain) or Apotek K-24 (24-hour chain) are equivalent options. For Kuta Lombok and the Gili Islands, smaller independent pharmacies are the only options — buy what you can in Senggigi or Mataram before heading there.