The new preliminary draft of the Medicines and Health Products Act, to be submitted to Parliament without consensus, has generated criticism from the industry and opposition.
The project favors the sustainability of the system and access to medicines, but lacks dialogue.
The industry rejects the auction system for non-patent medicine prices, considering that it encourages dumping and does not guarantee continuous supply.
The Ministry seeks to contain spending on medicines, but must provide stability and certainty to the industry.
Conclusion: The challenge lies in optimizing the system without risking an essential sector.