Sell Remdesivir in districts, Ramadoss tells govt.
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PMK founder S. Ramadoss on Wednesday mentioned that Remdesivir, a drug used in the remedy of COVID-19 sufferers, needs to be made out there even in the districts as it’s turning into tough to supply it for sufferers.
In a press release, he mentioned the worth of Remdesivir drug had gone up many occasions due to enhance in demand.
“After Central government intervention, the price of the drug, which was selling at ₹5,400, has been fixed between ₹899 and ₹3,490. The drug was sold in the black market anywhere between ₹10,000 and ₹25,000,” mentioned Dr. Ramadoss.
He mentioned in Kilpauk Medical College, folks needed to stand in queues for a very long time to purchase the drug.
“Six doses of Remdesivir are being sold at ₹9,400. Those in need of it appreciated this move. But many also complained that they had to stand in queue for 20 hours,” he mentioned.
Dr. Ramadoss mentioned many in districts needed to journey lengthy distances to purchase the medicines. “The government should take efforts to sell the drug in district headquarters through the Tamil Nadu Medical Services Corporation offices. It should also increase vaccination centres to manage the crowds after May 1 when vaccination will be open to all above 18 years of age,” he mentioned.
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