Pharmacy Open Now in Bosphorus? How to Find the On-Duty Pharmacy
A pharmacy near you in Bosphorus, open now: message us on WhatsApp for help, at any hour of the day or night.
If you have no prescription
If you need medicine and do not yet have a prescription, an on-demand doctor is available 24/7 by video and can send an e-prescription by WhatsApp or email if treatment is suitable.
Before you go
- Your passport, since the prescription is linked to your passport number.
- The address of your accommodation, in case the pharmacist needs to confirm your details.
- Your e-prescription on your phone, or a printout.
- A note of allergies and other medicines you take.
How on-duty pharmacies work in Turkey
- Pharmacies (eczane) are marked with a red E sign.
- Some medicines are sold only with a prescription, and controlled substances need a physical prescription.
- The on-duty pharmacy may be in a neighbouring district, so a taxi can be useful at night.
- A rota decides which pharmacy in each district stays open overnight, on Sundays and on public holidays. This is the on-duty pharmacy.
- At night you may need to ring a bell or knock, as the on-duty pharmacy frequently serves through a small window.
Common reasons for a consultation in Bosphorus
What to know about Bosphorus
Bosphorus ferry trips mean hours of sun and wind on deck, and sunburn and colds are the typical result. City districts have many pharmacies, and the on-duty one for each district changes daily.
Questions travellers ask
Will a pharmacist in Bosphorus accept my digital prescription?
Yes. If a doctor has sent you an e-prescription, show it on your phone or print it, and a pharmacist can match it.
Is there a pharmacy near me in Bosphorus?
Look for the red E. If it is closed, ask us on WhatsApp and we will guide you to the open one.
How can I locate the on-duty pharmacy in Bosphorus?
Send your location on WhatsApp; we help you find the one that is open. A notice on any pharmacy window also lists it.
What should I bring?
Your e-prescription or old packaging, your passport and cash or a card.
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