soflaguy said:
Not worth the trouble even though it easily available down there. It is a fact the pharms and vet places get kickbacks for turning over gringos. So you could buy some gear, and the smuck working behind the counter makes a phone call to the border patrol where they will be waiting for you in secondary inspection (that is if the corrupted TJ police don't get you first).
I highly recommend NOT doing it, but if you are still inclined to do so just keep in mind someone is probably watching you.
If you know where to go this is not a concern. Key is going away, way away from the tourist areas. Beware though, it is a scary area for most.
I have done it more than a few times, once brining back about (30) 10ml bottles.
If you do it, drive across. Park your car way away, and walk to where you will buy your gear. Where 2 layers of clothes and a hat, and after you leave the vet store (or Pharm) walk down the street and turn the corner. Take off your outter layer of clothes and hat and throw them away.
Now take something apart in your car prior to going over, now stash your gear and put you r car back togther.
Now go buy some tequila or something to claim at the border. When they ask why you were in Mexico, say "Just doing the tourist thing" and show them the Tequila you bought. They will let you pass no prob, and you are home free.
I do not do it anymore, as it is not worth the risk for me. I have too good of a job, etc. I buy domestic now.