The Association for Accessible Medicines said its members are ready to partner with the government to ensure that the generic supply chain remains strong.
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores emphasized pharmacy’s central position in the nation’s COVID-19 response in urging Congress not to roll back access and its preparedness achieved during the pandemic.
The annual Champions of Access award acknowledges individuals and organizations that share the Association for Accessible Medicines’ commitment on greater access to affordable medicines.
The typical community pharmacy now pays roughly $81,000 per year in DIR fees, according to research from the National Community Pharmacists Association.