What medicine (antibiotics, stomach remedies) should I pack for a trip to Hurghada, Egypt?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 27 days ago
TL;DR
Experienced travelers recommend packing a broad-spectrum antibiotic like Amoxicillin or Suprax for sudden sore throat/colds, plus an intestinal antiseptic (Enterofuril-type) and Antinal (Nifuroxazide) for diarrhea — many bring 15-20 packs of Antinal just in case.
What the community said
Photos shared in travel chats show tourists stocking up heavily on Antinal (Nifuroxazide) — one photo had around 20 packs, though realistically that many are rarely needed per trip.
29 days ago Antinal (Nifuroxazide)
Don't be afraid to pack a standard antibiotic like Amoxicillin or Suprax — if your throat suddenly gets bad on vacation, it's better to start a course right away rather than wait and risk a secondary bacterial infection on top of a cold.
43 days ago Amoxicillin, Suprax
It's worth also packing an intestinal antiseptic (a nitrofuran-based drug like Enterofuril) — it isn't absorbed into the bloodstream, acts locally in the gut, and doesn't wipe out all your gut flora like a systemic antibiotic would.
43 days ago Enterofuril (nitrofuran-based)