Are medicines purchased at the pharmacy subject to refund?

    Healthcare 31 July 2023 2306

    According to the "Regulation on the retail sale of medicines and medical devices" approved by the relevant resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan dated April 6, 2017:

    medicines and medical supplies sold in pharmacies are not subject to return and exchange for similar medicines and medical supplies.

    This Provision also states that:

    • The pharmacy manager must have a higher or secondary specialized higher pharmaceutical education.
    • Only persons with a special pharmaceutical education are allowed to sell medicines.
    • Pharmacies must comply with the rules of manufacture, release, sale and storage conditions of medicines and medical devices that ensure their quality.
    • It is prohibited to sell medicines and medical products outside pharmacies.