OBJECTIVES: This project was aimed at studying medicine utilization among blind people in Bangkok, Thailand. METHODS: The study was designed as cross-sectional descriptive research.  The study group was comprised of visually impaired persons, aged at least 18 years, and living in Bangkok.  Data was collected via face-to-face interviews in 2007. RESULTS: Eighty-six people were included in the study.  The majority of the subjects were 31-50 years old (65%) and male (61%).  Sixteen percent had not received a compulsory education, and 25% could not read the Braille alphabet.  During the two weeks before the interview, the most frequently used medicines were anti-inflammatory drugs and muscle relaxants (26%), followed by medicines for chronic diseases, and antipyretics.  Most of the subjects received their medicines from drug stores.  During the three months before the interview, 75% of the subjects received pharmacy information through various channels.  The major source was radio, followed by drug stores.  Seventy-nine percent of the subjects went to hospitals, and 57% acquired the medicines by themselves.  Approximately 75% of the subjects received the medicines along with suggestions as to how to recognize them.  For purposes of self-medication, the subjects were able to differentiate types, doses and durations of drug use from memory.  Regarding pharmaceutical services, 81% of the subjects required special service intended for the disabled, as well as further explanation of the medicine’s use, including drug labeling. CONCLUSIONS: Based on the study results, visually impaired persons were in need of improved pharmaceutical services.