Which medicines are worth buying in Egypt?

In Egypt, it is worth buying medicines that are significantly cheaper than in Russia and CIS countries, as well as some prescription drugs that can be purchased without a prescription. The main categories of popular and inexpensive medicines include:

• Antibiotics: Augmentin, Septrin D.S., Ciprofloxacin.
• Antipyretics and antivirals: Panadol, Brufen, Zovirax.
• For headaches: Adol, Ketolac, Exedrin.
• For colds and sore throats: sprays BBC (Bi Bi Si) and Pedro, Bronchicum lozenges, combination products like 123 or Dolo-D Plus.
• For heartburn and gastrointestinal issues: Rennie, Famotin, for diarrhea – Diax, Lacteol.
• Pain relief ointments and gels: Voltaren, Elcaptain ointment, Pantenol for burns.
• For men's health: local Viagra analogs such as Erec, Virecta, Durjoy, which are cheaper than the original.

It is important to remember that in Egypt, local or international analogs are sold, not the familiar Russian brand names. Therefore, it is better to search for drugs by their international nonproprietary name (INN) or prepare a list of analogs in advance. Prices for these medicines are fixed by the state and indicated on the packaging in Egyptian pounds (L.E.), making purchases transparent.

You can learn more in our reliable and honest guide in the article Medicines from Egypt – which ones are worth buying, how and where to buy, prices.

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