Where to buy medicine in Hurghada and how to avoid pharmacy overcharging?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 1 day ago
TL;DR
Hurghada has a pharmacy called 'Russkaya Apteka' (Russian Pharmacy) with an online store offering much lower prices than tourist-targeted pharmacies. Pay in Egyptian pounds, always get a receipt, and verify quantities.
What the community said
In the area with small shops there are two pharmacies side by side — skip the first one and go to the second one a bit further, prices are noticeably lower. Bring Egyptian pounds (you can exchange from $5 at the front desk downstairs). Dollars are also accepted.
4 days ago Second pharmacy further down — lower prices
Guides and drivers often take tourists to so-called 'government' pharmacies with 'fixed prices', earning a kickback. Prices there can be three times higher than at regular local pharmacies. Check approximate prices online before buying.
9 days ago Up to 3x markup at guide-recommended pharmacies
A pharmacy in Hurghada known as 'Russkaya Apteka' (Russian Pharmacy) accepts online orders and delivers with a receipt. Prices match the website. Paying in Egyptian pounds is more cost-effective, but USD and EUR are also accepted.
10 days ago Russkaya Apteka — online orders, website prices