Authorities praised young pharmacists for driving self-sufficiency in medicine production
Iran’s pharmaceutical industry now produces more than 90 per cent of the medicines needed domestically, according to Arash Mahboubi, board member of the Tehran Pharmacists’ Association, reports
Mehr News Agency, a partner of TV BRICS.
He praised young pharmacists for driving self-sufficiency in medicine production, which has sharply cut import reliance. Imported drugs make up under 10 per cent of the market but account for up to half of spending. Last year’s US$3.5 billion bill could have soared to US$15 billion without domestic output.
Mahboubi underlined the quality of locally manufactured medicines, stressing that drugs are produced under the supervision of the Food and Drug Organisation in line with global standards.
Looking ahead, Mahboubi said exports could become a key strength for the sector, provided international standards are met and certified.
He also pointed to the role of universities and researchers, noting that around one per cent of Iran’s medical scientists are pharmacists. Many graduates join knowledge-based companies or work in hospital and community pharmacies.
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