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A few pharmacists with South African backgrounds, now practicing in Germany, have kindly offered to assist our community.
They can help by answering questions and providing guidance on possible substitutes for familiar South African pharmaceutical products.

⚠️ Important Disclaimer

Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medication. The information provided here is for general guidance only and should never replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Please note: The Admin team of this website are not medical professionals and cannot provide medical advice.

Please do not misuse this service.

  • The Admin team of South Africans in Germany will be able to read your submissions. For your privacy, avoid including unnecessary personal or sensitive details.
  • Answers from the pharmacists will be sent back to us (not directly to you), and we will then forward them to you.
  • We aim to build a Frequently Asked Questions section based on the queries received. Any information shared publicly will be anonymized — no personal details will appear on the website.
  • We reserve the right, at our discretion, not to forward certain submissions.
  • Submissions are processed in batches at regular intervals, not daily.
  • All submissions will be deleted from our mailbox after 30 days.
  • Selected answers may be published on our website for the benefit of the wider community.

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