Why Are There Restrictions?

Many medications that are freely sold in Egypt contain components considered psychotropic or narcotic in other countries. The import and export of such substances are strictly regulated worldwide.

Banned Medications (Tablets, Capsules, Injections)

• Nicocodeine
• Didrex Tablets
• PROXEN
• Mogadon
• NITRAZEN vaccine injections
• KETAMINE INJ
• Ergotamine
• Dextromethorphan
• Pulmolar
• Co-Diovan
• Kodinalin
• Somanil
• Phenobarbital
• Nova Tablets
• Valinil
• Calmepam Tablets
• Neuril
• Valium
• Tranxene
• LEXOTANI tablets
• Xanax
• CODASTIN
• Codaphen N
• Somadril
• Tussivan N
• Korfas tablets
• Migranil Tablets
• Librax tab
• Rivotril

Also Strictly Prohibited: Medications Containing

• Methadone
• Buprenorphine
• Morphine

Even with a prescription, it is strictly forbidden to export these substances from Egypt.

Banned Syrups (Effective from March 1, 2023)

• Congestal syrup
• Tusscan syrup
• Tussivan syrup
• Tussilar syrup
• Codilar syrup
• Pentaflu syrup
• Pentacold syrup
• Pulmocare syrup
• Codiphan syrup
• Rhinotus syrup
• Coldstop syrup
• Opticough syrup
• Bronchotec syrup

Travel Tips: How to Legally Export Medication

• Only take permitted medications, and no more than 1–2 packages per item.
• If needed, carry a prescription in English with a doctor’s signature and clinic stamp.
• Keep the original packaging and receipts.
• Always check the drug import rules for your destination country.

Conclusion

Buying medicine in Egypt can be practical and cost-effective—if you follow the rules. This updated list of banned medications will help you avoid problems and keep your vacation safe and stress-free.

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