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Türkiye

What 82 common medicines are sold as in Türkiye, and whether you can buy them over the counter. Take extra care with anything controlled or banned if you're bringing your own.

Entry summary

  • Controlled (Rx)6
  • Rx only46
  • OTC / Rx1
  • No Rx: Ask Pharmacist13
  • OTC9
  • Unavailable2
  • Status unknown5
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ParacetamolAnalgesic / antipyreticAsk forParolOTC

Turkey’s best-selling paracetamol brand, made by Atabay since 1973.

Source: atabay.com ↗
IbuprofenNSAIDAsk forNurofen / generic ibuprofenOTC
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
LoratadineAntihistamine, non-sedatingAsk forSold generic as "Loratadin"Status unknown
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
CetirizineAntihistamine, non-sedatingAsk forZyrtecNo Rx: Ask Pharmacist
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
DiphenhydramineAntihistamine, sedatingAsk forSold generic as "Difenhidramin"Status unknown
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
LoperamideAntidiarrhealAsk forLopermidOTC
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
OmeprazoleProton pump inhibitorAsk forOmeprol / DemeprazolRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
PseudoephedrineDecongestantAsk forColdaway (with ibuprofen)OTC / Rx

Only combination products such as Coldaway are sold behind the counter. Products with pseudoephedrine alone need a prescription.

Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
MelatoninSleep aid / hormoneAsk forSold generic as "Melatonin"Status unknown
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
DimenhydrinateAntiemetic / motion sicknessAsk forSold generic as "Dimenhidrinat"Status unknown
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
AmoxicillinAntibiotic, penicillinAsk forSold generic as "Amoksisilin"Rx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
MetforminAntidiabetic, biguanideAsk forGlifor / MatofinRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
SertralineSSRI antidepressantAsk forLustralRx only

The best-known sertraline brand in Turkey, and the same name as in the UK.

Source: medikalakademi.com.tr ↗
SalbutamolBronchodilator, inhaledAsk forVentolinRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
AtorvastatinStatin (cholesterol)Ask forLipitorRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
LevothyroxineThyroid hormone (hypothyroidism)Ask forEuthyroxRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
LisinoprilACE inhibitor (blood pressure)Ask forSold generic as "Lisinopril"Rx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
AmlodipineCalcium channel blocker (blood pressure)Ask forNorvascRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
MetoprololBeta blocker (blood pressure/heart)Ask forBelocRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
LosartanARB (blood pressure)Ask forSold generic as "Losartan"Rx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
GabapentinNerve pain / anticonvulsantAsk forNeurontinRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
RosuvastatinStatin (cholesterol)Ask forCrestorRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
PantoprazoleProton pump inhibitorAsk forSold generic as "Pantoprazol"Rx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
EscitalopramSSRI antidepressantAsk forCipralexRx only
Source: drugs.com ↗
Amphetamine / DextroamphetamineStimulant (ADHD), controlled substanceAsk forNot sold hereControlled (Rx)
Source: documents.un.org ↗
HydrochlorothiazideDiuretic (blood pressure)Ask forSold generic as "Hidroklorotiyazid"Rx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
BupropionAtypical antidepressant / smoking cessationAsk forWellbutrinRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
FluoxetineSSRI antidepressantAsk forProzacRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
SemaglutideGLP-1 agonist (diabetes/weight)Ask forOzempicRx only

The global semaglutide shortage of 2022–2025 has ended, and no shortage has been reported in Turkey.

Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
MontelukastLeukotriene modifier (asthma/allergy)Ask forSingulairRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
TrazodoneAntidepressant (commonly used off-label for sleep)Ask forDesyrelRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
SimvastatinStatin (cholesterol)Ask forLipvakol / SimtaRx only

Rarely stocked now that atorvastatin and rosuvastatin are more widely prescribed. Pharmacies usually order it as a generic.

Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
TamsulosinAlpha blocker (enlarged prostate)Ask forFlomaxRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Hydrocodone / Paracetamol combinationOpioid analgesic combination, controlled substanceAsk forNot sold hereControlled (Rx)
Source: documents.un.org ↗
FluticasoneCorticosteroid (nasal spray / inhaler)Ask forFlixonaseRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
MeloxicamNSAID (arthritis)Ask forMelcam / MeloxRx only

Mobic was discontinued in Turkey, according to the Turkish Pharmacists’ Association (stock cleared by May 15, 2008). Melcam and Melox are the current meloxicam brands.

Source: antalyaeo.org.tr ↗
ApixabanAnticoagulant (blood thinner)Ask forEliquisRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
FurosemideLoop diureticAsk forLasixRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Insulin GlargineLong-acting insulinAsk forLantusRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Insulin LisproRapid-acting insulinAsk forHumalogRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Insulin AspartRapid-acting insulinAsk forNovoRapidRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Insulin Human (Regular)Short-acting insulinAsk forActrapid / Humulin RRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Insulin Isophane (NPH)Intermediate-acting insulinAsk forHumulin N / InsulatardRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Insulin DetemirLong-acting insulinAsk forLevemirRx only

The maker is withdrawing Levemir worldwide, so stock may be limited. Other long-acting insulins sold here: glargine (Lantus) and degludec (Tresiba).

Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Insulin DegludecLong-acting insulinAsk forTresibaRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
DuloxetineSNRI antidepressantAsk forCymbaltaRx only

Sold in Turkey, although Canada, the UK and France have discontinued it.

Source: ilacabak.com ↗
FamotidineH2 blocker (acid reflux)Ask forFamodinRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
EmpagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitor (diabetes)Ask forJardianceRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
CarvedilolBeta blocker (heart failure / blood pressure)Ask forDilatrendRx only

Sold in Turkey, where Deva Holding makes and distributes it.

Source: ilacabak.com ↗
TramadolOpioid analgesic, controlled substanceAsk forContramalControlled (Rx)
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
AlprazolamBenzodiazepine (anxiety), controlled substanceAsk forXanaxControlled (Rx)

Controlled substance.

Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
PrednisoneCorticosteroid (anti-inflammatory)Ask forRomezonStatus unknown
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
ClopidogrelAntiplatelet (blood thinner)Ask forPlavixRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Acetylsalicylic acid (Aspirin)NSAID / antiplateletAsk forAspirin / EcopirinOTC
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
OxycodoneOpioid analgesic, controlled substanceAsk forOxopaneControlled (Rx)
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
MethylphenidateStimulant (ADHD), controlled substanceAsk forConcerta / RitalinControlled (Rx)
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
NaproxenNSAIDAsk forApranax / NaprosynRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Diclofenac (topical gel)NSAID, topical (pain-relief gel)Ask forVoltaren EmulgelNo Rx: Ask Pharmacist
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
FexofenadineAntihistamine, non-sedatingAsk forSold generic as "Feksofenadin"OTC
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
GuaifenesinExpectorant (chesty cough)Ask forSold generic as "Guaifenesin"No Rx: Ask Pharmacist
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
DextromethorphanCough suppressant (dry cough)Ask forSold generic as "Dekstrometorfan"No Rx: Ask Pharmacist
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Oxymetazoline (nasal spray)Nasal decongestant sprayAsk forIliadinNo Rx: Ask Pharmacist
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Bismuth subsalicylateUpset stomach / traveler’s diarrheaAsk forBizmopeptol / BizmopenOTC
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Calcium carbonate (antacid)Antacid (heartburn)Ask forRennieNo Rx: Ask Pharmacist
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
SimeticoneAnti-gas (bloating)Ask forMetsilNo Rx: Ask Pharmacist
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Oral rehydration saltsRehydration (diarrhea, heat, vomiting)Ask forGe-Oral, or generic "oral rehidrasyon tuzu"No Rx: Ask Pharmacist
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
BisacodylLaxative, stimulantAsk forBekunisNo Rx: Ask Pharmacist
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Polyethylene glycol 3350 (macrogol)Laxative, osmoticAsk forSold generic as "Makrogol"OTC
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
MeclozineAntiemetic / motion sicknessAsk forPrizin / Meklifem (with vitamin B6)OTC
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Hydrocortisone (cream)Mild steroid cream (itch, rash, bites)Ask forSold generic as "Hidrokortizon krem"OTC
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
ClotrimazoleAntifungal cream (athlete’s foot, yeast)Ask forCanestenNo Rx: Ask Pharmacist
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Bacitracin / Neomycin / Polymyxin B (antibiotic ointment)Topical antibiotic (cuts and scrapes)Ask forThiocillineNo Rx: Ask Pharmacist

Thiocilline contains bacitracin with neomycin.

Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
DoxylamineSleep aid (sedating antihistamine)Ask forUnisomNo Rx: Ask Pharmacist
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Levonorgestrel (emergency contraception)Emergency contraceptiveAsk forNorlevoNo Rx: Ask Pharmacist
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Atovaquone / ProguanilAntimalarial (prevention)Ask forNot sold hereUnavailable

Bring your full course from home.

DoxycyclineAntibiotic, tetracycline (also malaria prevention)Ask forTetradox / MonodoksRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
AzithromycinAntibiotic, macrolide (traveler’s diarrhea)Ask forZitromax / AzitroRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
CiprofloxacinAntibiotic, fluoroquinolone (traveler’s diarrhea)Ask forCiproRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
AcetazolamideAltitude sickness preventionAsk forDiazomidRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Scopolamine (motion-sickness patch)Antiemetic patch (motion sickness)Ask forNot sold hereUnavailable

Bring what you need from home.

OndansetronAntiemetic (nausea and vomiting)Ask forZoferRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗
Epinephrine (adrenaline auto-injector)Emergency treatment for severe allergic reactionsAsk forPenepinRx only
Source: titck.gov.tr ↗