Changes in the supply of over-the-counter medications to private pharmacies
November 4, 2025
The Health Insurance Organization announced that long waits at public pharmacies for vitamins and over-the-counter medications will soon end. The transfer process of these medications to private pharmacies will begin within two weeks, starting with eight specific items. Delays in implementing this decision have raised concerns among patients. The transfer will occur gradually due to issues with suppliers. The announcement regarding how patients can obtain their medications from private pharmacies will be made later.