Where to buy medicine in Sharm el-Sheikh at fair prices?
Based on 2 discussions with 4 participants · Last activity: 5 days ago
TL;DR
Look for the 'Russkaya Apteka' (Russian Pharmacy) chain — they have a website with prices and stock, plus free hotel transfers. Always check the printed price on the packaging against what the cashier charges.
What the community said
Russkaya Apteka pharmacy chain also has branches in Naama Bay and Hadaba. Their website lets you search medicines by active ingredient, with addresses and prices listed. Note that payment via bank transfer is not always accepted.
5 days ago Naama Bay, Hadaba — search by active ingredient
There's a pharmacy on hotel grounds behind the Columbus coffee shop that carries good anti-poisoning medications.
5 days ago Pharmacy behind Columbus coffee shop
Some pharmacies offer free hotel delivery once your order reaches a certain amount, or send a free transfer from the pharmacy provided you purchase a minimum sum there.
5 days ago Free delivery/transfer with minimum order amount
Hotel pharmacies display the official government price on each package. Just ask to see medicines at official prices. For example, Otrivin costs around 45 EGP.
5 days ago Otrivin ~45 EGP
The 'Russkaya Apteka' (Russian Pharmacy) chain has multiple locations in Sharm el-Sheikh. Their website shows stock availability and prices. They also offer a free transfer: hotel – pharmacy – hotel.
5 days ago Russkaya Apteka — free hotel transfer
Before buying anywhere, always compare the manufacturer's price printed on the packaging with what the pharmacist quotes. If the price label is covered or missing, treat it as a red flag.
5 days ago
If a specific medicine is out of stock at one pharmacy, check the chain's website — you can filter by city and branch. The most convenient option is to order online with delivery to your hotel.
5 days ago