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Medicine finder in Linares

Type the name of the medicine or its active ingredient and we'll show you today's prices at Farmacias Ahumada, what it's used for, whether it's bioequivalent and whether it needs a prescription. With one click you can also search it at Cruz Verde and Salcobrand and see where their pharmacies are in Linares.

Linares medicine search collage: Cruz Verde, Salcobrand and Ahumada pharmacies, capsules and a weekly pill organizer — Photos via Wikimedia Commons: Carlos Figueroa Rojas (CC BY-SA 4.0), anonymous author (CC BY-SA 3.0) and Stevepb (CC0). Reference stores in Santiago.

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General information, not medical advice. Use medicines as your doctor or pharmacist directs and always read the leaflet. In an emergency, call 131.

Guide to common medicines: what they're for

A plain-language explanation of the most searched medicines. Tap "See prices" to compare them.

Pain and fever

Paracetamol: Relieves mild to moderate pain (headache, toothache, muscle aches) and lowers fever.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Ibuprofeno: Relieves pain, inflammation and fever (headache, period, muscle or dental pain).; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Ácido acetilsalicílico: Relieves pain and fever. At low doses, doctors prescribe it to help prevent heart attacks and clots.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Naproxeno: Relieves muscle and joint pain and inflammation, and period pain.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Ketorolaco: Relieves moderate to severe acute pain for a few days, for example after surgery or a tooth extraction.; See prices →; Photo: Farmacias Ahumada
Metamizol: Relieves severe pain and high fever that don't respond to other painkillers.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Tramadol: Relieves moderate to severe pain when other painkillers aren't enough.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada

Allergies

Loratadina: Relieves allergy symptoms: sneezing, itchy nose and eyes, and hives.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Cetirizina: Relieves hay fever (sneezing, runny nose) and hives.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Desloratadina: Relieves hay fever and hives symptoms all day.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Clorfenamina: Relieves allergies and cold symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose; it's in many cold remedies.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada

Stomach and digestion

Omeprazol: Reduces stomach acid: used for heartburn, reflux and ulcers.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Famotidina: Reduces stomach acid and relieves heartburn and indigestion.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Domperidona: Relieves nausea, vomiting and a feeling of fullness.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Loperamida: Stops acute diarrhea in adults.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Sales de rehidratación oral: Replace the water and salts lost through diarrhea and vomiting.; See prices →; Photo: Farmacias Ahumada

Antibiotics

Amoxicilina: Antibiotic for bacterial infections of the ears, throat, sinuses, lungs, urinary tract and skin.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Azitromicina: Antibiotic for respiratory, ear and skin infections and some sexually transmitted infections.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Cefadroxilo: Antibiotic for bacterial infections of the skin, throat and urinary tract.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Ciprofloxacino: Antibiotic for urinary tract and other bacterial infections.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Nitrofurantoína: Antibiotic to treat and prevent urinary tract infections.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada

Other

Fluconazol: Antifungal for yeast infections such as vaginal or oral thrush.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Clotrimazol: Antifungal cream or pessary for skin fungus (athlete's foot, ringworm) and vaginal thrush.; See prices →; Photo: Farmacias Ahumada
Sildenafil: Treats erectile dysfunction; at other doses it's used for pulmonary hypertension.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Ácido fólico: A vitamin recommended before and during pregnancy to prevent birth defects, and for some anemias.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Sulfato ferroso: An iron supplement to treat and prevent iron-deficiency anemia.; See prices →; Photo: Farmacias Ahumada

Blood pressure and heart

Losartán: Lowers blood pressure and protects the heart and kidneys, for example in people with diabetes.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Enalapril: Lowers blood pressure and is used in heart failure.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Amlodipino: Lowers blood pressure and prevents angina chest pain.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Atenolol: Lowers blood pressure and heart rate; used for hypertension, angina and some arrhythmias.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Hidroclorotiazida: A diuretic that helps lower blood pressure and remove excess fluid.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada

Chronic conditions

Atorvastatina: Lowers cholesterol and reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Metformina: Controls blood sugar in type 2 diabetes.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Levotiroxina: Replaces thyroid hormone when the thyroid is underactive (hypothyroidism).; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada

Cough, colds and asthma

Salbutamol: Inhaler that opens the airways and quickly relieves shortness of breath in asthma and bronchospasm.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Montelukast: Prevents asthma attacks and relieves hay fever; taken every day.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Prednisona: A corticosteroid that reduces inflammation in asthma attacks, severe allergies and rheumatic diseases.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Ambroxol: Helps loosen and clear phlegm in a chesty cough.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Dextrometorfano: Calms a dry, tickly cough (without phlegm).; See prices →

Mental health and sleep

Sertralina: An antidepressant for depression, anxiety, panic attacks and OCD.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Escitalopram: An antidepressant for depression and anxiety disorders.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Clonazepam: Calms intense anxiety and panic attacks; also used for some types of epilepsy.; See prices →; BioequivalentPhoto: Farmacias Ahumada
Melatonina: Helps you fall asleep and reset your body clock, for example after travelling across time zones.; See prices →; Photo: Farmacias Ahumada

How to save on medicines in Linares

1Ask for the bioequivalent: it has the same active ingredient and effect as the brand and usually costs much less. Always ask about the alternatives.
2Compare the same product: check the milligrams and number of tablets. The price per tablet helps you compare.
3If you register, Linares' municipal pharmacies sell at lower prices to local residents.
4Medicines for GES-covered conditions and those from your CESFAM clinic for chronic illnesses are free if you're registered and under follow-up.
5Keep your prescription: many medicines need one, and some require a retained prescription that the pharmacy keeps.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I compare medicine prices in Linares?

This finder shows today's prices in Farmacias Ahumada's online store and, with one click, opens the search at Cruz Verde and Salcobrand. We also list those chains' pharmacies in Linares.

What is a bioequivalent medicine?

A medicine that has proven to Chile's Public Health Institute (ISP) that it has the same effect as the original. It carries the yellow "Bioequivalente" logo and is usually cheaper.

Are online prices the same as in Linares stores?

Not always: chains may have different prices and promotions online and in store. Check the price when you buy.

What if I need a medicine after hours?

Check today's pharmacy on duty in Linares on our duty pharmacy page, updated with Ministry of Health data.

Prices from Farmacias Ahumada's online store, checked live; in-store prices may differ, change without notice or depend on promotions. Linares Conecta doesn't sell medicines and has no commercial relationship with the pharmacies.