How can tourists avoid being overcharged at pharmacies in Hurghada?

At the pharmacy on the right after the bridge beyond the large fountains, by the Spinneys entrance, most medicine prices are printed near the barcode in Egyptian numerals. Photograph the package and translate the label to verify the price, and ask for the total in Egyptian pounds; only Vatika and Miswak had no visible price labels.

At a pharmacy near the fountains, product price labels were covered up and familiar medicines appeared to be rounded up and overpriced. If the price is not visible, compare it at another pharmacy before buying.

For medicines, use a government pharmacy: prices are fixed and printed on the package, so you can verify the amount at the counter.

A cream was offered at a pharmacy for $20 while it cost several times less at a fixed-price shop. Before buying creams or cosmetics, compare the price with at least one fixed-price store.

If you have already overpaid, request a refund directly from the pharmacy. Travelers reported receiving full or partial refunds after firmly raising the issue and mentioning the tourist police.