Pharmacy
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NewsMFDA gives pharmacies 6 months to stock 80% of essential medicine
The Maldives Food and Drug Authority has ordered pharmacies to stock 80% of essential medicines within six months to combat widespread shortages. Community pharmacies must carry 185 specific drugs, while facility-based pharmacies must stock 381. Non-compliant businesses face license suspensions under the new grading and tracking system.
NewsUN expert highlights critical medicine shortages in Maldives
UN expert Dr. Tlaleng Mofokeng warned that the Maldives faces a health crisis due to critical shortages of essential medicines and equipment. The crisis is driven by the country's small market size and high costs. She urged the government to implement price controls and transparent procurement to ensure affordable access for all citizens.
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"Medicine shortages a national crisis, must find root cause"
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State pharmaceutical company was established to steal: Amr
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MFDA warning over fake and low-quality 16 drugs
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Govt imports European quality medicine
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Maldives imports medicine far above global market rates
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