Pharmacists association organizes to prevent shortages, supply displaced persons centers

The Order of Pharmacists of Lebanon has announced that it has taken preventive measures to ensure the availability of medicines on the Lebanese market, as Israel intensified its strikes on Lebanon on Monday after Hezbollah fired a volley of rockets toward Haifa, in the north of Israel.

The Order states that the stock currently available in pharmacies, with companies and in warehouses is “sufficient to cover market needs for about three months,” an estimate made in coordination with the syndicate of pharmaceutical importers and warehouse owners.

It also confirms that supply chains and imports are not disrupted and are proceeding in coordination with the Health Ministry. The Order further calls on citizens to avoid excessive stockpiling or buying more than they need for their medical needs. “The current period demands awareness and solidarity from everyone,” it particularly urged in its statement.

Pharmacies and companies with additional stocks of medicines should coordinate with the Order to “register the available quantities, with a view to organizing their distribution if necessary, particularly to support reception centers and regions experiencing population displacement.”

A comprehensive list of available stocks is being compiled to be shared with the Ministry, enabling better management of priorities and resources during this period.

Importing and distributing companies must ensure a rapid and regular supply of medicines and medical equipment to areas deemed safe from security threats.

The Order has called on the authorities to intervene if necessary to ensure the proper functioning of the sector.