ArmInfo. The decision on prescription drug release in full will be postponed until July 1, 2019. Until this time, it will be discussed in detail with representatives of the public. The decision on this was taken at a meeting of the Armenian government on June 28.
Minister of Health Arsen Torosyan said that the exception will concern only narcotic and psychotropic drugs and antibiotics, as their uncontrolled use leads to the appearance of drug-resistant bacteria. According to an early government decision, these drugs are prescription-dispensed on March 1. Further, during the year, issues of a smooth entry into force of the decision will be discussed and, starting in July 2019, the legislative imperative is expected to come into force in full and spread to the entire prescription list.