General information, not medical or legal advice. Follow your dentist's and doctor's instructions. Rules and opening hours change; everything below was checked on 29 October 2026 against the linked sources.
Coming to Tbilisi for implants or crowns usually means a few days when you will want something from a pharmacy: a prescribed antibiotic, a painkiller, a mouth rinse, or simply soft-food supplies and gauze. The good news is that pharmacies are everywhere in the city. The part worth preparing for is the paperwork: Georgia has clear rules on which medicines need a prescription, and on what you can bring with you through customs.
The big pharmacy chains
You will see the same few names on almost every main street.
- PSP runs a large network across Georgia. Its online pharmacy locator lists branches with addresses and opening hours for each one, so you can search for the branch nearest your clinic or hotel.
- Aversi has a pharmacy finder organised by Tbilisi district (Mtatsminda, Vake and so on), with a filter for 24-hour pharmacies only.
- GPC is a pharmacy-and-beauty chain run by the Gepha group. Gepha describes GPC as a larger-format "pharmacy and more" store, mostly in big cities, high streets and shopping malls, and lists its store addresses. GPC also has an online shop in English.
Before you travel, it can help to look up the branches near your clinic and your accommodation. If you are still choosing a base, see our guide on where to stay in Tbilisi for your dental trip.
24-hour pharmacies
If you need something late at night after a procedure, check before you go:
- On Aversi's pharmacy page, tick "only 24 hour pharmacies" to see which branches never close.
- PSP's locator shows each branch's hours. For example, when we checked, PSP Pharmacy N13 on Vazha-Pshavela Avenue 83 in Tbilisi was listed as open Monday–Sunday 00:00–00:00, meaning around the clock (PSP, Georgian listing). Many other Tbilisi branches were listed as open until 22:00–23:45.
Hours can change, so look up the branch on the day you need it, or ask your hotel reception or clinic to point you to the nearest one that is open.
How prescriptions work in Georgia
Georgian law sorts medicines into three groups. According to the EUAA's 2025 report on healthcare in Georgia, which summarises the Law on Medicines and Pharmaceutical Activities:
- Groups I and II (controlled substances, antibiotics, hormones and similar) can only be dispensed with a doctor's electronic prescription.
- Group III medicines are sold without a prescription.
The Georgian Stomatological Association notes that Group II medicines have required a prescription since 2014, that paper prescriptions for them were replaced by electronic ones, and that medicines must be prescribed by their generic name. The EUAA report adds that since April 2022 doctors must prescribe generics only.
What this means for you: if your dentist in Tbilisi decides you need an antibiotic, the clinic will normally issue the prescription itself through the Georgian e-prescription system. You then take it to a pharmacy. Don't count on a pharmacy accepting a prescription written in your home country for a prescription-only medicine. We could not find an official source saying foreign prescriptions are accepted, so plan on getting any prescription-only medicine through a doctor in Georgia.
Medicines often used after dental work
Without going into dosing, which is only for your dentist to decide:
- Pain relief. Dentists commonly suggest over-the-counter pain relievers after implant surgery or extractions. Ask your dentist which one suits you, especially if you take blood thinners or have stomach, kidney or liver problems.
- Antibiotics. These are sometimes prescribed around implant or surgical procedures, and sometimes not. In Georgia they are prescription-only (see above).
- Mouth rinses and aftercare items. Your clinic may recommend a particular rinse, gauze or a soft toothbrush. Pharmacies stock these.
Always take only what your dentist or doctor has recommended for you, and tell them about every medicine you already take. For more on what implant treatment involves, read How a dental trip to Tbilisi works: planning, implants, crowns and veneers, and for gentle ways to spend recovery days, see things to do in Tbilisi during your dental recovery.
Bringing your own medicines into Georgia
Georgia's Revenue Service publishes a brochure on prohibited and permitted medicines (also listed on its customs brochures page). The key points:
- Ordinary medicines for personal use can be brought in within a limited quantity without documents. Above that, you need medical documents.
- Narcotic and psychotropic medicines and medicines under special control cannot be brought in without the right medical paperwork. The brochure names, among others, tramadol, pregabalin, alprazolam, codeine and combination products containing it, and pseudoephedrine/ephedrine combinations. Some painkillers and cold remedies that are easy to buy at home fall into this group.
- According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs guidance, you may bring up to a 31-day supply of such medicines for personal use, with a customs declaration, a copy of the prescription translated into English and certified with an apostille, a certificate from the prescribing doctor, and a document from the competent authority. The Georgian Consulate in New York confirms the 31-day limit and that substances banned in Georgia are excluded.
If you take any regular medicine that might be controlled, check it against the brochure well before you fly, because collecting the documents takes time. For a specific medicine, the UK government's travel advice suggests contacting the Georgian embassy.
Practical tips
- Know the generic name. Prescriptions in Georgia use generic names (GSA), so the brand you know from home may be sold under a different name. Write down the active ingredient of every medicine you take.
- Carry your paperwork. Keep your home prescriptions, a doctor's letter listing your conditions and medicines, and your medicines in their original packaging.
- Bring a list for your dentist. Before treatment, give the clinic a written list of your medicines and allergies.
- Show it in writing. Have the generic name of each medicine written down or on your phone to show the pharmacist, since brand names differ between countries. If you are unsure, ask your clinic to help you find the right product.
- Save the emergency number. In Georgia, dial 112 for an ambulance (GOV.UK).
- Check travel insurance. Since 1 January 2026, tourists entering Georgia must hold health and accident insurance of at least 30,000 GEL (U.S. Embassy in Georgia). GOV.UK also notes that medical care in Tbilisi can be expensive and that UK visitors must pay for treatment, so check what your policy covers before you travel. Entry rules and insurance are covered in how a dental trip to Tbilisi works.
FAQ
Can I buy antibiotics in Tbilisi without a prescription?
No. Antibiotics are in the group of medicines that pharmacies may only dispense with a doctor's electronic prescription (EUAA report, GSA). If your dentist prescribes one, the prescription is issued in Georgia.
Will a pharmacy accept my prescription from home?
We could not find an official source confirming that foreign prescriptions are accepted for prescription-only medicines, so do not rely on it. Ask your dentist in Tbilisi to prescribe what you need.
Is there a pharmacy open at night?
Yes, some branches are listed as open 24 hours. Use the 24-hour filter on Aversi's pharmacy page or check branch hours in the PSP locator on the day.
Can I bring my regular medicines with me?
Ordinary medicines for personal use, in limited quantities, are generally fine. Controlled medicines, such as those containing tramadol or codeine, need medical documents and are limited to a 31-day supply (Revenue Service brochure, Consulate of Georgia in New York).
What number do I call in an emergency?
Dial 112 and ask for an ambulance (GOV.UK).
General information, not medical or legal advice. Follow your dentist's and doctor's instructions. Checked on 29 October 2026.