Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about online doctor consultations in Pakistan with PMDC-registered doctors — booking, pricing, prescriptions, medical certificates and privacy.

About the service

What is DrPak?

DrPak is a Pakistani online doctor service. We connect you with doctors registered with the Pakistan Medical & Dental Council through secure video consultations for everyday medical care — advice, prescriptions, medical certificates and referrals, where clinically appropriate.

Is DrPak available throughout Pakistan?

Yes — nationwide, from cities to rural areas. All you need is a phone, tablet or computer with an internet connection.

Are your doctors registered with the Pakistan Medical & Dental Council?

Yes. Every DrPak doctor is registered with the Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PMDC) and based in Pakistan. You can verify any doctor independently at pmdc.pk.

Is an online consultation as good as seeing my doctor in person?

For many everyday conditions, yes — and it is more convenient. For anything needing physical examination or urgent care, it is not, and our doctors will tell you so and direct you appropriately.

Booking & appointments

How quickly can I see a doctor?

Most patients get a same-day appointment. Evening and weekend slots are often available.

How do I book?

Choose a time on the Book Appointment page, tell us briefly what you need help with, and pay securely by card. Your video link arrives by email. No app to install — consultations run in your browser.

Do I need to install an app?

No — consultations run in your web browser on phone, tablet or computer.

Pricing & payment

How much does a consultation cost?

The exact fee is shown clearly when you book — the price you see is the price you pay. Prescriptions, certs and referral letters (where clinically appropriate) are included. There are no subscriptions or hidden fees. Medication itself is paid to your pharmacy separately.

Are there any hidden fees or subscriptions?

No. DrPak is pay-per-consultation only. The only separate cost is medication itself, paid to your pharmacy as normal.

Can I claim it back on insurance?

Many Pakistani health insurance plans cover part of doctor/telehealth fees depending on your policy — you receive a claim-ready receipt. Doctor fees may also qualify for tax relief via Revenue’s Med 1 process.

Prescriptions & medication

Can the doctor prescribe medication?

Yes — where clinically appropriate after your consultation, prescriptions are sent electronically to your chosen Pakistani pharmacy. Booking does not guarantee a prescription.

What medications will you never prescribe?

Controlled drugs, sedatives, sleeping tablets or any medication with a risk of dependence. Fees are not refunded where a booking is made to request these.

Can you prescribe antibiotics?

Where genuinely indicated, yes — our doctors follow Ministry of Health Pakistan antimicrobial prescribing guidance.

Medical certificates & documents

Can I get a medical certificate online?

Yes — after a consultation, where the doctor considers it appropriate, your cert is emailed the same day.

Will employers and colleges accept it?

Yes — it is a standard medical certificate issued by an PMDC-registered doctor whose registration can be verified with the Medical Council.

Can I get referral letters?

Yes — for specialists, counselling or testing, where appropriate.

Privacy, emergencies & limits

Is my consultation private?

Yes. Video calls are encrypted, records are stored on secure servers under data protection, regulated by the Pakistani data protection expectations, and nothing is shared without your consent except where law requires.

What can’t be treated online?

Emergencies, conditions requiring physical examination or immediate testing, and controlled-medication requests. When online care isn’t suitable, our doctors will direct you to the right service.

What should I do in an emergency?

Call 15 or 112 immediately, or go to your nearest Emergency Department. DrPak is not an emergency service. If you are in a mental-health crisis, call 15/112 or contact Rozan Helpline 0800-44444 / 0300-111-1741.

Locations — Pakistan

Do you cover Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Faisalabad and Multan?

Yes — and every other county in Pakistan. The same nationwide video doctor service applies whether you are in a city centre or a rural area.

Can I use DrPak from rural Pakistan?

Yes. All you need is a phone, tablet or computer with internet. DrPak serves patients from Gilgit to Swat with PMDC-registered doctors by secure video.

Is telemedicine Pakistan the same as telehealth Pakistan?

Yes — both refer to remote healthcare. DrPak provides telemedicine / telehealth via secure video with PMDC-registered doctors, including medical certificates and prescriptions where clinically appropriate.