A few misconceptions tend to follow discussions of Mexican prescription drugs. One is assuming there’s nothing to verify: in reality, border towns and resort areas lean tourist-friendly, while pharmacies in inland cities mostly serve local residents. Another common assumption gets the details backwards on cost or convenience, when in fact trade names and packaging rarely match their U.S. counterparts, so the generic (active ingredient) name is the most reliable reference point. A third misunderstanding overlooks a practical detail that matters more than people expect: prices for many maintenance medications run well below typical U.S. retail. Clearing up these points ahead of time makes for a much more informed approach to Mexican prescription drugs.