Are you living, working or travelling in Serbia and running out of your regular psychiatric medication?

If you already take prescribed psychiatric medication and need continuity of treatment while staying in Serbia, you can book a private consultation in English with Dr Milan Popović, specialist in psychiatry in Belgrade.

The service is intended for expats, foreign residents, digital nomads, international students, business travellers and tourists who already use an established psychiatric treatment.

In straightforward cases, the psychiatric medication review and possible prescription renewal usually take approximately 10 minutes.

English-Speaking Psychiatrist in Belgrade

Finding an English-speaking psychiatrist in Belgrade can be difficult when you are unfamiliar with the Serbian healthcare system.

Medication brand names may differ between countries, and a prescription issued abroad may not always be accepted by a pharmacy in Serbia.

During the consultation, your existing treatment will be reviewed and the active ingredient, dosage, treatment duration and current condition will be considered.

When continuation of treatment is medically appropriate, a private Serbian prescription may be issued for medication available in Serbia.

Prescription issuance is not automatic or guaranteed. Every decision is based on an individual psychiatric assessment.

Who Is This Service For?

This service may be suitable for adults who:

• are currently staying in Serbia;
• already use psychiatric medication prescribed by a doctor;
• know the name and dosage of their medication;
• need continuity of an established treatment;
• are generally stable on their current therapy;
• can provide some reliable evidence of previous treatment;
• require a psychiatric consultation in English.

The service is particularly useful for:

• expats living in Belgrade or elsewhere in Serbia;
• foreign residents;
• digital nomads;
• international students;
• foreign employees;
• business travellers;
• tourists staying in Serbia longer than planned;
• people who have recently moved to Serbia.

This is not a medication-ordering service. It is a brief professional psychiatric consultation intended to assess whether an existing treatment can safely and appropriately be continued.

Fast Psychiatric Medication Review

When your previous treatment can be reasonably confirmed and your clinical situation is straightforward, the consultation usually takes approximately 10 minutes.

During the consultation, Dr Milan Popović may:

• ask about your current condition;
• confirm the name of your medication;
• identify the active ingredient;
• confirm the current dosage;
• ask how long you have been taking the medication;
• review its effectiveness;
• ask about possible side effects;
• review other medication or supplements;
• consider possible contraindications and interactions;
• determine whether continuation of treatment is appropriate.

When there are no significant clinical concerns, the prescription may be issued during or shortly after the consultation.

A longer psychiatric assessment may be recommended if your symptoms, diagnosis or treatment history require more detailed evaluation.

What Should You Provide?

You do not need extensive medical documentation.

Please provide at least one reliable indication that the medication was previously prescribed or used as part of your established treatment.

This may include:

• an old prescription;
• a psychiatric or general medical report;
• a photograph of the medication package;
• a discharge summary;
• a pharmacy record;
• an electronic prescription;
• a screenshot from a healthcare application;
• a previous treatment plan;
• another document showing the medication and dosage.

In many straightforward cases, one relevant document or another reliable form of evidence may be sufficient.

Please also provide:

• the medication name;
• the active ingredient, if known;
• your current dosage;
• how often you take it;
• how long you have been taking it;
• the condition for which it was prescribed.

Medication brand names often differ between countries. Providing the active ingredient is therefore particularly helpful.

Which Psychiatric Medications May Be Reviewed?

The service may include review and possible continuation of established treatment with:

• antidepressants;
• mood stabilisers;
• antipsychotic medication;
• selected anxiolytic medication;
• other appropriate non-stimulant psychiatric medication.

Each case is assessed individually.

Previous use of a medication does not automatically mean that the same medicine or dosage will be prescribed again.

The decision depends on your current condition, previous treatment, dosage, treatment response, possible side effects, interactions and available information.

ADHD and Stimulant Medication Are Not Included

This practice does not provide:

• ADHD assessment;
• ADHD diagnosis;
• ADHD treatment;
• stimulant medication;
• stimulant prescription renewal;
• methylphenidate prescriptions;
• amphetamine-based medication;
• continuation of stimulant treatment prescribed abroad.

This exclusion also applies when a patient already has an ADHD diagnosis or a previous stimulant prescription.

Patients who require ADHD assessment or stimulant treatment should contact a specialist service that specifically provides ADHD care.

Special and Double-Prescription Medicines Are Not Provided

Medicines requiring a special, duplicate or double-prescription procedure in Serbia are not prescribed through this service.

This restriction applies even when the medication was previously prescribed in another country.

Selected anxiolytic medication may be considered following an individual psychiatric assessment, provided that the requested medicine is medically appropriate and does not require a special prescribing procedure.

Consultation Fees

Standard Psychiatric Medication Review — €200

A brief psychiatric consultation in English for patients who already use established psychiatric treatment.

The service includes:

• review of your current condition;
• review of any available evidence of previous treatment;
• confirmation of the medication and dosage;
• assessment of effectiveness and side effects;
• consideration of relevant interactions and contraindications;
• professional treatment recommendations;
• possible prescription renewal when medically indicated.

In straightforward cases, the consultation and possible prescription issuance usually take approximately 10 minutes.

The cost of medication is not included.

Urgent Same-Day Psychiatric Consultation — €300

A priority same-day appointment for international patients who need an urgent review of their existing psychiatric treatment.

The service includes:

• priority scheduling;
• prompt review of the available treatment information;
• psychiatric consultation in English;
• assessment of the existing medication;
• possible prescription renewal when medically appropriate.

The additional fee covers same-day priority scheduling and professional availability.

Same-day consultations are subject to appointment availability.

Payment does not guarantee that a prescription will be issued.

Is Prescription Renewal Guaranteed?

No.

The consultation fee covers the psychiatric consultation, professional assessment and review of the available information.

A prescription may be issued when:

• previous treatment can be reasonably confirmed;
• continuation of the medication is medically justified;
• the dosage is considered appropriate;
• there are no significant contraindications or interactions;
• the medication is within the scope of the practice;
• prescribing is clinically appropriate.

A prescription may not be issued when:

• previous treatment cannot be reasonably confirmed;
• the requested medication or dosage appears inappropriate;
• additional examination or testing is necessary;
• the requested medicine is a stimulant;
• the request concerns ADHD treatment;
• the medicine requires a special or double prescription;
• the current condition requires emergency or hospital treatment.

The consultation fee covers the professional assessment and remains payable even when a prescription cannot be issued.

In-Person and Online Consultations

Private consultations are available in Belgrade.

A remote consultation may also be considered when clinically appropriate.

An in-person appointment may be required when:

• the treatment history is unclear;
• the current mental state cannot be adequately assessed remotely;
• there are relevant safety concerns;
• additional medical evaluation is necessary;
• the requested treatment cannot appropriately be assessed online.

The most appropriate consultation format is determined individually.

Medication Availability in Serbia

A psychiatric medication used in another country may be sold under a different brand name in Serbia.

There may also be differences in:

• manufacturer;
• tablet strength;
• pharmaceutical form;
• package size;
• pharmacy availability;
• prescribing requirements.

When the original brand is unavailable, an appropriate locally available equivalent may sometimes be considered.

The availability of a particular product or brand cannot be guaranteed before the consultation.

How to Book

To request an appointment, please send:

1. Your full name and age.
2. Your current location in Serbia.
3. The name of your medication.
4. The active ingredient, if known.
5. Your current dosage.
6. How often you take it.
7. How long you have been using it.
8. The condition for which it was prescribed.
9. How many days of medication you have remaining.
10. Any available evidence of previous treatment.
11. Whether you need a standard or urgent same-day consultation.

A valid passport or another identification document may be requested.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a foreigner get a psychiatric prescription in Serbia?

A foreign citizen currently staying in Serbia may book a private psychiatric consultation.

A prescription may be issued following an individual assessment when continuation of treatment is medically appropriate.

How long does the medication review take?

For a stable patient with a clear treatment history, the consultation usually takes approximately 10 minutes.

More complex cases may require a longer psychiatric assessment.

Do I need a complete psychiatric report?

No.

Extensive documentation is not always necessary. You should provide at least one reliable indication of previous treatment, such as an old prescription, medication package, pharmacy record, medical report or electronic healthcare record.

Can I show a photograph of my medication package?

Yes. A clear photograph showing the medication name, active ingredient and dosage may be useful.

Additional information may be requested when necessary.

Can I get an antidepressant refill in Serbia?

Previously established antidepressant treatment may be reviewed and continued when medically appropriate.

Do you prescribe mood stabilisers or antipsychotics?

Established treatment with mood stabilisers or antipsychotic medication may be reviewed following an individual assessment.

Do you prescribe anxiolytics?

Selected anxiolytics may be considered following a psychiatric assessment.

Medicines requiring a special or double prescription are not provided.

Do you prescribe stimulants?

No.

Stimulants, including methylphenidate and amphetamine-based medication, are not prescribed.

Do you diagnose or treat ADHD?

No.

This practice does not provide ADHD assessment, diagnosis, treatment or stimulant prescription renewal.

Can I book a same-day psychiatrist in Belgrade?

An urgent same-day psychiatric consultation is available for €300, subject to appointment availability.

Is the prescription guaranteed?

No.

Payment covers the psychiatric assessment and professional medical service. A prescription is issued only when medically indicated.

Is medication included in the price?

No.

Medication is purchased separately from a pharmacy.

Is this an emergency psychiatric service?

No.

This is a scheduled private psychiatric service and is not a substitute for emergency care.

If you are experiencing suicidal intent, severe confusion, hallucinations, extreme agitation or an immediate risk of harm, contact the local emergency medical service or go to the nearest emergency department.

About Dr Milan Popović

Dr med. spec. Milan Popović is a specialist in psychiatry and a certified Rational Emotive and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy practitioner in Belgrade, Serbia.

He provides psychiatric assessment, medication management and RE&CBT psychotherapy in Serbian and English.

His clinical work includes:

• anxiety disorders;
• panic attacks;
• depression;
• obsessive-compulsive symptoms;
• mood disorders;
• psychotic disorders;
• sleep difficulties;
• stress-related conditions;
• psychosomatic symptoms;
• emotional and relationship problems.

Dr Milan Popović is an International Associate of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in the United Kingdom.

The practice does not provide ADHD treatment or prescribe stimulant medication.

Book a Psychiatric Medication Refill in Serbia

If you already use prescribed psychiatric medication and need continuity of treatment while staying in Serbia, contact the practice to request an appointment.

You do not need extensive medical documentation. Please send any available evidence of previous treatment together with the medication name and dosage.

Standard Psychiatric Medication Review — €200

Urgent Same-Day Psychiatric Consultation — €300

Contact

Dr med. spec. Milan Popović
Specialist in Psychiatry and RE&CBT Psychotherapist
International Associate, Royal College of Psychiatrists, UK

Belgrade, Serbia

Viber: +381 60 485 8788
Telephone: +381 61 113 1605
Email: info@epsihijatar.net