Sending high-grade vitamins to Nigeria without the shipping cost
Sending US-grade supplements to Nigeria by post? They get confiscated or destroyed. Here's how to source authentic premium vitamins from pharmacies already in Nigeria.
You want to send premium supplements to your family in Nigeria. Here's each problem with the usual approach, and a better alternative.
Problem: Customs seizure
Solution: Source from pharmacies already in Nigeria. Products already NAFDAC-registered = zero customs risk.
Problem: Heat damage in transit
Cargo containers sit in Nigerian ports at 35–45°C for days. Probiotics die. Fish oil capsules go rancid. Softgels melt and deform.
Solution: Pharmacies in our network maintain appropriate storage. Same-day delivery minimises heat exposure to minutes, not weeks.
Problem: Shipping cost makes it uneconomical
Shipping from the US costs $30–60 for a small box. Add customs duties (if not confiscated) and your ₦2,000 worth of Vitamin D3 now costs ₦25,000.
Solution: Source locally through Famasi. No shipping fees, no customs duties. Same brands available from verified pharmacies.
What premium supplements are available?
| Supplement | Brands available | Price range (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D3 (1000–5000 IU) | Healthy Life, Nature Made equivalent | ₦2,000–5,000 |
| Omega-3 Fish Oil | Seven Seas, Vitabiotics | ₦3,000–8,000 |
| Magnesium Glycinate | Pharmacy-grade formulations | ₦3,000–6,000 |
| Multivitamin (Wellman/Wellwoman) | Vitabiotics | ₦5,000–10,000 |
| Vitamin C (1000mg) | Multiple brands | ₦1,000–3,000 |
| Probiotics | Cold-chain available | ₦4,000–10,000 |
| CoQ10 | Pharmacy-grade | ₦5,000–12,000 |
If a specific brand isn't listed, a Care Specialist can check availability across 1,000+ pharmacies in our network.
Looking for a specific supplement? Speak with a Care Specialist. They'll check stock across our pharmacy network.