Rabies, if you might be exposed to wild or domestic animals through your work or recreation. Typhoid, particularly if you are visiting developing countries in this region. In general, the pharmacies in Egypt are reliable.
Egyptian pharmacies sell both foreign and domestic medications.
Most Egyptian pharmacies have a symbol of a crescent and a snake on the store front. The pharmacists themselves are trained professionals with degrees in their field. Similar to the United States, pharmacists cannot distribute prescription medications without authorization from a doctor. It should be noted that many drugs that require a prescription in the United States are available without prescription in Egypt. Prescription medications are usually only available at pharmacies, though a doctor may give a small supply of medication if he has it available.