However, there are state-operated facilities in towns and cities, and urban areas also have private consultants and specialists. Most doctors in India speak English. Ask your hotel to help you get a doctor in a medical emergency. Some of the bigger hotels have their own doctor on call. In case of minor medical problems, a pharmacy will usually be able to help you.
Pharmacies are easy to locate as almost every market has one.
Most medicines can be obtained without prescription, but make sure you check the sell-by date. No vaccinations are legally required. However, it is recommended to have meningitis, typhoid and hepatitis A injections before visiting India. Make sure that you are up to date with tetanus boosters as well. Take an ample supply of prescribed medication, as well as a copy of your prescription.