Pharmacy Near Me in Prague: 5 Open 24/7 by District, Phones
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In Prague, three hospital pharmacies are open 24 hours a day, every day, as part of the official emergency pharmacy service: Nemocnice Na Františku in the Old Town, Motol in Prague 5 and Thomayer Hospital in Prague 4. Two chain pharmacies — Dr.Max on Vítězné náměstí in Dejvice and EUC in Chodov — also run nonstop. One common mistake: Lékárna Palackého near Wenceslas Square is not open at night; it closes at 6 p.m.
Around Prague checked this list on 28 October 2026 against the health insurers' emergency pharmacy schedule (March 2026), the SÚKL pharmacy register and Prague City Tourism. Hours change from time to time, so call before a night trip.
Open 24/7: the official emergency pharmacies
Since 2026 the emergency pharmacy service (lékárenská pohotovostní služba) is arranged by the health insurers. In Prague it is provided by these three hospital pharmacies, around the clock, including weekends and public holidays:
| Pharmacy | Address | Area | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nemocnice Na Františku | Na Františku 847/8 | Prague 1, Old Town | +420 222 801 397 |
| Nemocniční lékárna Motol | V Úvalu 84/1 | Prague 5, Motol (metro A Nemocnice Motol) | +420 224 435 736 |
| Lékárna Thomayerovy nemocnice (FTN) | Vídeňská 800 | Prague 4, Krč | +420 261 081 019 |
At night, the Na Františku pharmacy is reached through the hospital's main entrance — ring the bell. Hospital pharmacies also serve the wards at night, so expect a short wait.
Also open nonstop: chain pharmacies
These two pharmacies are listed as nonstop by Prague City Tourism and on Firmy.cz. They are not part of the insurers' emergency schedule, so a quick call before you set off is worth it.
| Pharmacy | Address | Area | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr.Max | Vítězné náměstí 997/13 | Prague 6, Dejvice (metro A Dejvická) | +420 225 574 363 |
| EUC Lékárna | Šustova 1930/2 | Prague 11, Chodov (metro C Chodov) | +420 271 913 307 |
Late opening, or hours to check
The Bulovka hospital pharmacy is part of the emergency service but not around the clock. The other three are registered with SÚKL as pharmacies with an emergency service, but their night hours are not published.
| Pharmacy | Address | Area | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lékárna Fakultní nemocnice Bulovka | Budínova 67/2 | Prague 8, Libeň | +420 266 082 017 | Mon–Fri 7:00–23:00, weekends and holidays 7:00–22:00 |
| Lékárna U sv. Ludmily | Belgická 238/37 | Prague 2, Vinohrady | +420 222 513 396 | not published — call first |
| BENU Lékárna | Dukelských hrdinů 471/29 | Prague 7, Holešovice | +420 705 837 321 | not published — call first |
| EUC Lékárna | Plaňanská 573/1 | Prague 10, Malešice | +420 281 019 258 | not published — call first |
Not open at night: Lékárna Palackého (Palackého 720/5, Prague 1), often listed online as nonstop, is open Monday to Friday, 7:00–18:00. At night, go to the hospital pharmacy at Na Františku 847/8 in the Old Town.
How to find an open pharmacy right now
- Use the list above first — the three hospital pharmacies are the safe bet at night.
- Mapy.cz or Google Maps — search for lékárna nonstop or lékárna pohotovost and check the hours shown for today.
- The door of a closed pharmacy — by Czech custom it usually has a notice with the nearest pharmacy on emergency duty.
- Your health insurer's website — since 2026 the insurers publish the emergency pharmacy and doctor schedules.
At night: the window, the bell and payment
After the main hall closes, nonstop pharmacies dispense medicines through an emergency window (pohotovostní okénko) or at the hospital entrance. Ring the bell and wait for the pharmacist. Some pharmacies add a small surcharge for night dispensing, and not every night window takes cards, so bring some cash.
Prescription or not: eRecept and over-the-counter medicines
In Czechia, medicines are sold only in pharmacies (lékárna), not in supermarkets. Prescription drugs need an electronic prescription (eRecept): the doctor sends a code by SMS or e-mail, or gives you a printout with a QR code, and you show it at any pharmacy. Common remedies for fever, pain and colds — such as Paralen or Ibalgin — are sold without a prescription; ask the pharmacist about the dose.
Emergency phone numbers in Czechia
If the situation is serious, do not look for a pharmacy — call for help. Calls are free.
| Number | Service | When to call |
|---|---|---|
| 155 | Ambulance (Zdravotnická záchranná služba) | Acute illness, injury, a threat to life |
| 112 | Single European emergency number | Any emergency; operators speak English |
| 158 | Police | Crime, traffic accident |
| 150 | Fire and rescue | Fire, rescue |
For urgent but not life-threatening problems at night, out-of-hours medical services (pohotovost, LSPP) see patients in the evening and at weekends; your insurer's website lists them. More numbers: emergency phone numbers in Czechia.
Insurance: how not to overpay for night-time care
- Visitors should have travel medical insurance: it covers emergency care and usually part of the cost of medicines.
- Residents with Czech public health insurance (VZP, ZP MV ČR and others) get prescription medicines partly or fully covered — show your insurance card.
- Online doctor consultations can save a night trip by telling you whether you need a prescription at all.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which pharmacies in Prague are open 24 hours?
Three hospital pharmacies run the official 24/7 emergency service: Nemocnice Na Františku (Na Františku 847/8, Prague 1), Motol (V Úvalu 84, Prague 5) and Thomayer Hospital (Vídeňská 800, Prague 4). Dr.Max on Vítězné náměstí (Prague 6) and EUC at Šustova 2 (Chodov, Prague 11) are also listed as nonstop.
Is Lékárna Palackého open at night?
No. Lékárna Palackého near Wenceslas Square is open Monday to Friday from 7:00 to 18:00. The nearest pharmacy open at night is the hospital pharmacy at Na Františku 847/8 in the Old Town.
Which 24-hour pharmacy is closest to the city centre?
Nemocnice Na Františku in the Old Town, by the Vltava. At night, enter through the hospital's main entrance and ring the bell.
Can I buy medicine in Czechia without a prescription?
Yes, over-the-counter remedies for fever, pain and colds — but only in a pharmacy. Prescription medicines need an electronic eRecept code.
What should I do if it is serious?
Call 155 (ambulance) or 112 straight away. The call is free and 112 operators speak English.
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