Where to buy medicine in Egypt — best pharmacies for tourists?
Based on 2 discussions with 4 participants · Last activity: 6 days ago
TL;DR
All pharmacies in Egypt are private, and prices are printed on each product. Top options for tourists are 'Russian Pharmacy' (Russian-language website, hotel delivery) and the El Ezaby chain with fixed prices.
What the community said
Delivery from the Russian Pharmacy is free on orders from $30. You can browse the website by active ingredient, then message via WhatsApp — they will confirm the car model, driver's photo, and delivery time.
2 days ago Russian Pharmacy — free delivery from $30, WhatsApp
Near Naama Bay there is a 'Russian Pharmacy' popular with tourists. They have a website, an order chat, and delivery services for both goods and customers.
1 day ago Russian Pharmacy, Naama Bay area
There are no government pharmacies in Egypt — all are privately owned. The price is printed on every product's packaging, so avoid asking verbally as staff may quote a higher price.
1 day ago
Good options include the 'Russian Pharmacy' (Russian-language website with prices) and the El Ezaby chain, known for fixed prices across Egypt.
2 days ago El Ezaby, Russian Pharmacy
The 'Russian Pharmacy' offers free transfer and delivery of purchases directly to your hotel if you prepare your order in advance — convenient if you cannot travel there in person.
2 days ago Russian Pharmacy — free hotel delivery