The Pakistan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association has stated that there has been no increase in the prices of essential and life saving medicines.
In a statement issued by the association, it was said that the prices of essential and life-saving medicines have not been increased. All types of medicines are available in sufficient quantities across the country, and supply remains stable. Prices of all life saving medicines, including insulin, remain under government control.
There has been no increase in medicine prices in recent months despite rising costs. Prices have been maintained even though petrol, diesel, and raw materials have become more expensive.
There is no shortage of medicines in the country, and drugs for all diseases are available without interruption. The supply of antibiotics, heart, blood pressure, and diabetes medicines continues as normal. There is no disruption in the supply of vaccines and all essential medicines. Approximately 90 percent of medicines used in Pakistan are manufactured locally.
Pharmaceutical companies have sufficient stocks of raw materials and finished medicines. The unavailability of some advanced medicines is due to delays in price notifications. The availability of modern cancer medicines, vaccines, and immunoglobulins is subject to notification. If approved prices are notified in a timely manner, availability can be further improved.
