Medicines prices go up after mini-budget

ISLAMABAD: The ramifications of the mini-budget had started to initiate, and the prices of various medicines, including 'Panadol', has significantly augmented.

The 'Panadol' tablet's blister pack was usually sold at Rs 15, but after the implementation of the mini-budget that was passed recently, the price of one blister pack of 'Panadol' tablet has risen to Rs 25. 

After the mini-budget, the 17.5 per cent tax on raw materials was imposed. These raw materials are used in the manufacture of medicines. As a direct consequence, various drugs have become 10 to 20 per cent more expensive. 

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Prices for medicines for blood pressure, cholesterol and gastric acidity has risen significantly, injections for immediate reduction of body cramps have also become more expensive. Further, the painkiller injection, sold at Rs 31, has been increased to Rs 36. Furthermore, medicine for gastric ulcer 'Venza' has also increased by Rs 5. Additionally, the price of medicine for cholesterol 'Rosuvas' has also gone up by Rs 10.

Moreover, the price of antibiotic 'Macrobid' has also increased by Rs 8, and the price for medicine for diabetic patients 'Mexamine' has surged by Rs 5.