The Czech Health Minister Vlastimil Válek has announced that the ministry is preparing an amendment to the law that would increase the penalties for illegal export of medicines. This comes after Czech Radio’s investigative team uncovered that hundreds of millions worth of medicines are being exported abroad illegally by pharmacies. This has caused a shortage of many medicines due to problems with supply chains and manufacturers in Asia.
The amendment would make it possible to revoke the license of pharmacies who repeatedly break the rules. This would help to ensure that pharmacies are not taking advantage of the current situation and are not profiting from the illegal export of medicines. The amendment would also help to ensure that pharmacies have access to the medicines they need to provide the best possible care to their patients.