What time does Fontana pharmacy close in Jamaica?

What Time Does Fontana Pharmacy Close in Jamaica?

The short answer: Fontana Pharmacy closes at either 9pm or 10pm, depending on which branch you’re visiting. This makes Fontana one of the latest-closing pharmacy chains in Jamaica — far beyond typical business hours.

Most branches are open seven days a week, including Sundays and most public holidays, which is a major advantage over traditional pharmacies and government offices that close early or entirely on weekends.

Opening and Closing Times at a Glance

Fontana Pharmacy Closing Time — All Branches Breakdown

Fontana Pharmacy now operates 11 locations across Jamaica following the acquisition of four Monarch Pharmacy branches in early 2025. Below are the detailed opening and closing times for each branch, including the newest locations at Sovereign Centre, Loshusan Plaza (Barbican Centre), Tropical Plaza, and Sovereign Village (Portmore).

Is Fontana Pharmacy Open on Sundays in Jamaica?

Yes — but not every branch. The Waterloo Kingston and Portmore branches are fully open on Sundays with their standard hours (9am–10pm and 10am–10pm respectively). The Savanna-la-Mar branch also opens on Sundays.

For most other branches like Barbican Kingston, Montego Bay, Mandeville, and Ocho Rios, Sunday hours are not confirmed and may vary. It is always best to call ahead or check their Facebook page before making a special trip on Sunday.

Fontana Pharmacy Hours on Jamaican Public Holidays

Fontana Pharmacy is known for operating on many public holidays when other businesses are closed — a key advantage for emergency prescriptions, last-minute health supplies, or general shopping. However, reduced hours may apply on major holidays.

For a full list of Jamaican public holidays and which businesses are open, see our guide: What’s Open on Good Friday in Jamaica.

All Fontana Pharmacy Branch Locations in Jamaica

Following the January 2025 acquisition of Monarch Pharmacy, Fontana now operates 11 branches across Jamaica — making it the island’s most widespread pharmacy chain. Here’s a full directory of all Fontana locations with contact numbers.

What Services Does Fontana Pharmacy Offer?

Fontana Pharmacy is far more than a prescription counter. It operates as a one-stop lifestyle store across all Jamaica branches — offering a wide range of health, beauty, household, and business services that make it a destination rather than just a pharmacy.

Pharmacy & Health Services

• ✓Prescription dispensing — licensed pharmacists on duty at all branches during operating hours.
• ✓Over-the-counter medications — full range of OTC drugs for common ailments.
• ✓Baby & toddler health products — infant formula, vitamins, and caregiver essentials.
• ✓Personal care — vitamins, supplements, skincare for all the family.

Beauty & Lifestyle

• ✓Cosmetics & beauty — including Fenty Beauty, L.A. Girl, Mario Badescu, and more.
• ✓Fragrances & perfumes — wide selection of branded perfume sets.
• ✓Hair care — relaxers, treatments, accessories, and styling products.

Print & Business Services

• →Photocopying & printing — available at most branches.
• →Key cutting — available at select locations.
• →FedEx & TARA courier services — ship packages locally and internationally.
• →Mailboxes — available at select branches.
• →Engraving & printery services — through fontanapharmacy.com.

Additional Offerings

• ✓Jamaican souvenirs & gifts — including Usain Bolt apparel and local artisan items.
• ✓Grocery & snacks — convenience groceries and household items.
• ✓Electronics accessories — phone accessories, computer peripherals.
• ✓Wedding registry — available through fontanapharmacy.com.
• ✓Online shopping + delivery — order at fontanapharmacy.com with island-wide delivery or in-store pickup.

Tips for Visiting Fontana Pharmacy in Jamaica

Whether you’re a local or a visitor, here are a few practical tips to make your Fontana visit smoother — especially if you’re heading in close to closing time.

• → Arrive at least 30 minutes before closing time. Pharmacists begin closing prescription queues before the official closing time. If you need a prescription filled, aim to arrive no later than 8:30pm at branches that close at 9pm.
• → Use curbside shopping via WhatsApp. Fontana offers a WhatsApp curbside service at most branches — message your nearest branch, select your items, and pay by card without entering the store.
• ! Shop online for non-urgent items. Orders placed on fontanapharmacy.com must be placed before Friday for local delivery — TARA does not collect from Fontana on weekends.
• ✓ Join the Fontana Rewards Programme. Members earn points on every purchase redeemable for discounts across all branches.
• → Follow on social media for deals. @fontana_pharmacy on Instagram regularly posts promotions, holiday hours, and new product arrivals.
• ✓ In-store pickup saves on delivery fees. When ordering online, select your nearest branch for in-store pickup (allow 24 hours processing time).

Related Opening Hours Guides

Planning a trip to Jamaica or need to check hours for other financial services and pharmacies? See these related guides on Opening Hours Jamaica.

Frequently Asked Questions — Fontana Pharmacy Jamaica Hours

Sources

Hours information on this page was verified using the following sources. Branch hours can change — always confirm directly before visiting.

• fontanapharmacy.com — official Fontana Pharmacy website (hours confirmed in site footer and branch pages)
• Fontana About Us page — confirmed 11 locations and 2025 Monarch Pharmacy acquisition
• Fontana Contact Page — branch listing and phone numbers verified
• Facebook: @FontanaPharmacyRx — social media for holiday hour announcements
• Instagram: @fontana_pharmacy — 94K followers; official branch updates posted here
• Wheree.com — Fontana MoBay listing — Montego Bay 8am–9pm Mon–Sat confirmed
• Portmore.biz — Fontana Portmore listing — 10am–10pm daily confirmed