Similar to the United States, pharmacists cannot distribute prescription medications without authorization from a doctor. Regular business hours for pharmacies are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday through Friday. A listing of local pharmacies open outside of regular business hours can be found through consulting your hotel concierge or by lists that are posted in the local newspapers. Superpharm is a reliable chain of pharmacies in Israel that can be counted on for quality medications and reliable services. In addition there are many individually owned and reliable pharmacies.
All pharmacies have English speaking staff.
Regardless of the pharmacy situation in any country, it is always advisable to bring enough medication to last through your trip. Always remember to check the expiration dates on all medications, whether they are from home or abroad. Safety Information Travelers Diarrhea. Travelers diarrhea, the number one illness in travelers, can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites, which can contaminate food or water. Make sure your food and drinking water are safe.