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5 Best Pharmacies in Dubai (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Finding a pharmacy in Dubai open when you actually need one, whether that's a midnight medicine run or a same-day WhatsApp order, is what separates the names on this page, and LIFE Pharmacy alone has logged 5,658 Google reviews doing exactly that. Every pharmacy here rates 4.7 stars or higher, and most sit at 4.9, so the real question is less about quality and more about location, hours, and how each one handles delivery.

Short answer: LIFE Pharmacy - Nature's is by far the most-reviewed pharmacy in Dubai at 4.9 stars across 5,658 reviews, offering 30-minute delivery and drive-through service. Grand United Pharmacy (4.9, 568 reviews) and Medicina Pharmacy (4.9, 384 reviews) are both strong mall and central-Dubai options, while CHS Community Pharmacy (4.9, 204 reviews) is a well-reviewed neighborhood choice near Al Satwa.
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Dubai's Pharmacies, Side by Side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 LIFE Pharmacy - Nature's 4.9 ★ 5,658 Fast delivery & full health retail View ›
2 Grand United Pharmacy 4.9 ★ 568 Downtown Dubai & Dubai Mall View ›
3 Medicina Pharmacy - DXB Tower, Sheikh Zayed Rd صيدلية ميديسينا دي إكس بي 4.9 ★ 384 Sheikh Zayed Road & online ordering View ›
4 CHS Community Pharmacy Al Wasel - Union Coop 4.9 ★ 204 Neighborhood community pharmacy View ›
5 Aster Pharmacy - Dubai Mall (167) 4.7 ★ 212 Beauty, skincare & wellness advice View ›
5 Best Pharmacies in Dubai (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

LIFE Pharmacy - Nature's logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

LIFE Pharmacy - Nature's

4.95,658 Google reviews

LIFE Pharmacy on Al Wasl Road is one of the largest branches of the UAE's LIFE Pharmacy chain, spread across two floors covering everyday pharmacy and personal care products on the ground floor and medical equipment and supplies upstairs. The chain, part of the wider Life Pharmacy network founded in 1996, positions itself as the region's first omni-channel healthcare retailer, offering delivery within 30 minutes through its app.

What people praise

  • By far the deepest review base of any pharmacy on this page
  • 30-minute delivery and drive-through service for those who can't easily leave the car
  • Staff on the medical equipment floor praised for patient, detailed guidance
  • WhatsApp ordering with fast turnaround, including help with product application

Worth knowing

  • Its scale means individual branches can get busy, though reviewers say staff still take time with each customer
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume5,658 · 95th
Confidencevery high
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The default choice for most people in Dubai given its sheer scale, review volume and fast delivery options. A safe first call whether you need a quick prescription pickup or medical equipment advice.

Website+97145615513 Directions

Al Wasl Rd - Al Bada' - Jumeirah 1 - Dubai

Grand United Pharmacy logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days

Grand United Pharmacy

4.9568 Google reviews

Grand United Pharmacy is located inside The Dubai Mall near Burj Khalifa, offering a wide range of medicines and health products with extended hours running late into the evening on weekends. Its central location makes it a convenient stop for both residents and visitors in the Downtown Dubai area.

What people praise

  • Convenient Dubai Mall location with late weekend hours
  • Named staff members praised repeatedly for warmth and product knowledge
  • Wide range of medicine and general health products in stock
  • Reliable, friendly service noted consistently across reviews

Worth knowing

  • Its most recent detailed review is close to a year old, so ask about current staffing when you visit
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume568 · 85th
Confidencehigh
Recency8 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown94% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most convenient option if you're already in or near Dubai Mall, with a strong and consistent service reputation. A reliable stop for both everyday and mall-visit pharmacy needs.

Website+971553314149 Directions

Unit GF - 012 - Financial Ctr St - Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai - Dubai

Medicina Pharmacy - DXB Tower, Sheikh Zayed Rd صيدلية ميديسينا دي إكس بي logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days

Medicina Pharmacy - DXB Tower, Sheikh Zayed Rd صيدلية ميديسينا دي إكس بي

4.9384 Google reviews

Medicina Pharmacy in DXB Tower on Sheikh Zayed Road combines an in-store pharmacy with a broader online platform covering medicines, vitamins, skincare, baby care and medical devices, with delivery across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. Reviewers specifically mention pharmacist consultations for symptoms alongside standard prescription service.

What people praise

  • Pharmacists take time to listen to symptoms and recommend appropriate over-the-counter options
  • Broad online catalog extending well beyond a typical pharmacy's shelf space
  • Clean, well-organized store noted by multiple reviewers
  • Delivery available across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah

Worth knowing

  • Its most recent Google reviews are several months old, so confirm current hours before a late visit
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume384 · 75th
Confidencehigh
Recency7 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown97% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong choice if you want pharmacist consultation alongside your purchase, not just a transaction. Its wide online range is useful if you also shop for vitamins or baby care regularly.

Website+971554237115 Directions

DXB Tower - AWR Properties - Sheikh Zayed Rd - Trade Center First - Dubai

CHS Community Pharmacy Al Wasel - Union Coop logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

CHS Community Pharmacy Al Wasel - Union Coop

4.9204 Google reviews

CHS Community Pharmacy operates inside the Union Coop on Sheikh Zayed Road near Al Satwa, offering everyday pharmacy needs and vitamin and supplement products with extended hours into the night most days. Reviewers describe it as a regular, trusted neighborhood stop rather than a destination pharmacy.

What people praise

  • Long, late hours most days of the week, useful for evening needs
  • Staff take time to help locate specific items, according to regular customers
  • One reviewer describes staff going out of their way to source a specialist medical supply during a difficult moment
  • Regular customers describe consistently knowledgeable, friendly service

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer describes the counter being briefly unstaffed during a day-shift visit, which the pharmacy says it's reviewing internally
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume204 · 55th
Confidencehigh
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A dependable neighborhood option with a track record of going the extra mile for regular customers. Worth confirming counter coverage if you're visiting during a quieter time of day.

Website+97143212062 Directions

Union Coop - Ground Floor - Sheikh Zayed Rd - behind Shangri-La Hotel - Al Satwa - Dubai

Aster Pharmacy - Dubai Mall (167) logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Aster Pharmacy - Dubai Mall (167)

4.7212 Google reviews

Aster Pharmacy's Dubai Mall branch is part of the wider Aster DM Healthcare pharmacy chain, offering medicines alongside a strong beauty, skincare and supplement selection. Reviewers frequently mention personalized skincare and supplement advice from named staff members as a reason to return.

What people praise

  • Staff give tailored skincare and supplement recommendations, not just point-of-sale service
  • Reviewers report visible results from staff-recommended skincare products
  • Convenient Dubai Mall location with extended weekend hours
  • Part of a large regional chain with a long track record in pharmaceutical retail

Worth knowing

  • A noticeable share of one-star reviews sit alongside the strong majority, worth keeping in mind for busier periods
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume212 · 65th
Confidencemoderate
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The strongest pick on this page if beauty and skincare advice matters as much as basic pharmacy needs. Its Dubai Mall location makes it an easy add-on stop while shopping.

Website+97143341829 Directions

Shop No. 041, 2nd floor, Metrolink Entrance, The Dubai Mall - Dubai

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Dubai pharmacies. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 from thousands of reviews carries more weight than the same score from a handful. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much do pharmacy essentials cost in Dubai? (2026)

None of the pharmacies on this page publish a single fixed price list, since cost depends on the specific medicine, brand, and whether it’s covered by insurance. Prescription costs in the UAE vary by insurance plan, so confirm coverage before purchasing.

Serving all of Dubai

The pharmacies above cover Dubai neighborhoods including Jumeirah, Downtown Dubai, Trade Center, Al Satwa and Dubai Mall. Searching for a pharmacy near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number so you can call ahead and confirm stock or delivery.

What to ask before you fill a prescription

  • Is my insurance plan accepted, and what will my out-of-pocket cost be?
  • Do you offer delivery, and how quickly can it arrive?
  • Can the pharmacist advise on interactions with other medications I’m taking?
  • Is a generic alternative available for my prescribed medicine?
  • What are your current hours, including weekends and holidays?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these Dubai pharmacies?

We started from every pharmacy in Dubai with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Which of these pharmacies offers the fastest delivery?

LIFE Pharmacy advertises delivery within 30 minutes through its app, alongside a drive-through option for customers who prefer not to leave their car.

Are any of these pharmacies open late at night?

CHS Community Pharmacy and Grand United Pharmacy both list extended hours running late into the evening, useful for after-hours needs.

The bottom line

LIFE Pharmacy is the safe default given its scale, delivery speed and by far the deepest review history in Dubai. If you’re closer to Downtown or want more personalized skincare and supplement advice, Grand United Pharmacy and Aster Pharmacy are both well-proven alternatives.

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