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Medicines in pharmacies in Northern Cyprus and their analogues.

Medicines from Northern Cyprus

Many residents and guests of Northern Cyprus are faced with the problem of finding the necessary medicines, knowing them only by their Russian names. To facilitate this task, we have prepared a directory of Turkish analogues of common Russian drugs, grouped by their purpose.

Painkillers

Parol is an analogue of paracetamol, effective for pain of various origins.

Minoset Plus is a combination of paracetamol and caffeine that enhances the analgesic effect.

Apranax, Apranax Forte - pain reliever, where “Forte” denotes an increased dosage.

Advil Liqui-Gels - capsules with liquid contents for quick pain relief.

Anestol - ointment with lidocaine for local anesthesia of the skin.

Nurofen is an ibuprofen-based drug to relieve pain and inflammation.

Diclomec - capsules used for severe pain.

Artril - gel for topical use for joint pain.

Voltaren Im Ampul - injection solution for severe pain.

Nimesulid - an analogue of “Nise” in tablet form.

Antipyretics

Calpol - children's syrup based on paracetamol.

Paranox - suppositories for children with antipyretic and analgesic effects.

Aferin-Forte is an analgesic for the symptomatic treatment of influenza and ARVI.

Peditus is a preventative against flu and colds for children.

Tylol - a drug with a high concentration of paracetamol; recommended to use with caution.

Headache remedies

Parol - safe to use during pregnancy and effective for headaches.

Avmigran Film Tablet - intended for the treatment of migraines.

Tylolhot - soluble powder in sachets.

Deflu - tablets to relieve cold and flu symptoms.

Remedies for sore throat

Tantum Verde, Hexoral - antiseptic solutions for gargling.

Strepsils - lozenges for sore throat.

Oroheks Plus - spray with antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effects.

Klorhex - antiseptic throat spray.

Cough remedies

Asist - syrup to thin sputum; It is recommended to take before expectorants.

Asist Plus - powder for preparing a solution with a mucolytic effect.

Vicks Vaposyrup - cough syrup with phlegm.

Sudafed, Peditus - syrups for children with diseases of the nose and bronchi.

Bricanyl, Perebron - drugs for the treatment of bronchial cough in children.

Remedies for runny nose

Rhinocort Aqua - a spray based on corticosteroids, an analogue of Aquamaris.

Sterimar - sea water spray for nasal cleansing.

Remedies for muscle pain

Dikloron Jel is a gel for muscle pain, an analogue of Finalgon, without a warming effect.

Profenid Jel is an analogue of “Fastum-gel”, contains ketoprofen.

Remedies for stomach pain

Buscopan is an antispasmodic to relieve abdominal pain.

Anti-diarrhea medications

Reflor is an effective remedy for diarrhea.

Ercefuryl - syrup for the treatment of diarrhea in children.

ORS Paketi - powder for preparing a solution, an analogue of “Regidron”, replenishes fluid loss during diarrhea.

Remedies for constipation

Gliserin Kansuk Suppozituar - glycerin suppositories for children with constipation.

Eucabon - activated carbon with herbal additives.

Tatlı Badem Yağı - sweet almond oil, helps with constipation in children.

Dulcolax is a laxative tablet.

Duphalac is a lactulose-based drug to normalize intestinal function.

Anti-vomiting remedies

Emedur - suppositories and injections for vomiting in children not associated with poisoning or infection.

Metpamid - syrup and tablets for adults for vomiting.

Gynecological products

Ketoral - an antifungal agent for thrush (tablets, suppositories, ointment).

Zolax, Fluzole, Candidin - capsules for the treatment of thrush.

Urfamysin is a drug for inflammation of the urinary system.

Majezik is an effective pain reliever, especially for menstrual pain.

Cipro - an analogue of “Tsiprolet”, used for cystitis.

Preven is an emergency contraceptive that is effective in the first 48 hours.

Antihistamines

Rynset, Cetrin - tablets for allergic rhinitis and itchy skin.

Avil - allergy syrup.

Vicks Vapodry - syrup for barking, allergic cough.

Sudafed - antiallergic cough medicine (syrup and tablets).

Dexa Sine - eye drops for allergies and conjunctivitis.

Zirtek - allergy tablets.

Remedies for ear pain

Otomisin - anti-inflammatory ear drops.

Remedies for toothache

Calgel is a teething gel for children.

Apranax is an effective remedy for toothache.

Disinol - clove tincture, relieves toothache.

Remedies for eye infections

Kemicetine is an analogue of chloramphenicol, used to treat eye infections.

Exocin - drops for bacterial eye infections.

Tobrased - drops recommended for children, used to cleanse the eyes.

Thilomaxine - drops for eye infections.

Terramycin is an eye ointment for treating infections.

Alkon Tobrex - sterile ointment for stye on the eye.

Antiseptics

Fitokrem is an antiseptic cream that promotes wound healing.

Travazol - cream against fungal skin infections.

Batikon - antiseptic ointment, an analogue of iodine.

Baktroban - antiseptic cream for healing minor wounds.

Tantum Verde, Hexoral - throat rinses with an antiseptic effect.

Klorhex - antiseptic throat spray.

Remedies for skin diseases

Terramycin - ointment for treating cuts and small wounds.

Hipokort - ointment for eczema, neurodermatitis and psoriasis.

Psorkurtan - ointment for the treatment of psoriasis.

Remedies for rheumatism

Thermo-Rheumon - cream for lumbago, joint pain and rheumatism.

Remedies for herpes

Vectavir - cream for herpes.

Terramycin - yellow ointment against herpes.

Remedies for burns

Silvirdin is an ointment that helps relieve pain and speed up the healing of burns.

Hair strengthening products

Priorin - capsules for hair loss.

Ketoral - shampoo against dandruff and seborrhea.

Products for the treatment of wounds, bites and bruises

Fitokrem - antiseptic cream for wound healing.

Lasonil Gel - a gel used for bruises and hematomas, an analogue of Troxevasin.

Clamine-T - lotion for acne and insect bites.

ZinCream Medinova - cream with zinc oxide, suitable for children's skin.

Bepanthen - a remedy with dexpanthenol for the treatment of burns, wounds and cracks.

Remedies for varicose veins

Heparin Mazi - an analogue of heparin ointment, used to treat varicose veins.

Lasonil Gel, Relaxsan - drugs for the prevention and treatment of varicose veins.

Remedies for heart pain

Gidrokzizin is an analogue of validol.

Passiflora is a product based on herbal ingredients, an analogue of Corvalol.

Other means

Festal N - an analogue of “Festal” to improve digestion.

İhtiyol - ichthyol ointment.

Borik Asit Solüsyonu - boric acid solution.

Permasol - tablets for preparing a solution of potassium permanganate.

Oksijenli Su - hydrogen peroxide for treating wounds.

Kafur Yağ - camphor oil.

Hint Yağ - castor oil.

Yakılar - an analogue of mustard plasters.

Papatya - chamomile.

Adaçayı - sage.

Yaban Gülü Meyvesi - rosehip.

Frequently asked questions about medicines in Northern Cyprus

Where to buy medicines after hours?

There are no 24-hour pharmacies in Northern Cyprus. However, there is a system of on-duty pharmacies. Every day a list of pharmacies on duty is published in specialized telegram channels.

What is included in health insurance for a residence permit?

Medical insurance for obtaining a residence permit covers the services of public clinics in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

Are there Russian-speaking pharmacists?

Yes, some pharmacies employ pharmacists who speak Russian.

This guide will become your reliable assistant in selecting the necessary medications and navigating the healthcare system of Northern Cyprus.

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