pharma industry Archives

March 5, 2022

Importers request that the prices of 71 price-controlled molecules inclusive of 10 cancer molecules to be adjusted to ensure continued availability NCD’s account for 80% of Sri Lankan deaths; continued import of essential medicines is critical 3rd March 2022: The Sri Lanka Chamber of the Pharmaceutical Industry (SLCPI) today […]

March 2, 2022

The Chamber confirms current shortages in essential medicines Notes that unrealistic price regulations have hindered the importation of drugs Dollar shortages in banks have further delayed imports 2nd March 2022: At a press conference held on the 2nd of March, the Sri Lanka Chamber of the Pharmaceutical Industry (SLCPI) addressed […]

June 25, 2021

24th June 2021: Pharmaceutical companies are witnessing changes in operations across the board, and events brought about by the pandemic have compelled pharmaceutical companies to reimagine the role of its medical pharmaceutical representatives, to better adapt to the new rules of engagement. In Sri Lanka, there are currently over 3500 pharmaceutical representatives who […]

Pharma industry welcomes the move to adjust price on Paracetamol; reminds government that other lifesaving drugs also need similar consideration

Pharma industry sets the record straight on medicine shortages in Sri Lanka

Post-Pandemic future; jobs in the pharma industry are evolving