A few misconceptions tend to follow discussions of Mexico medication import rules. One is assuming there’s nothing to verify: in reality, COFEPRIS keeps a public registry that can be used to verify a pharmacy’s or manufacturer’s license. Another common assumption gets the details backwards on cost or convenience, when in fact storage conditions, especially for refrigerated medications, directly affect whether a product remains safe and effective. A third misunderstanding overlooks a practical detail that matters more than people expect: prescription requirements differ between Mexico and the U.S. for a number of the same drug categories. Clearing up these points ahead of time makes for a much more informed approach to Mexico medication import rules.