[e-drug] Can we standardise the pharmaceuticals' mark-up on cost? (3)

["James" <jamesm@dismedcriticare.co.za>]

E-DRUG: Can we standardise the pharmaceuticals' mark-up on cost? (3)
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dear E-druggers,

Whilst the ideals are nobel, there are many factors in the value chain that
vary as do the outcomes of drug supply. One must assume efficiency
optimisation throughout the process along with the intent of all to act in
the patients' best interest, without 'cost inputs' from the beancounters and lawyers etc. (Just look at a dispensing fee when that happens!)

Economies of scale, sourcing capability and capacity, transportation etc.--
In my opinion it probably would be cheaper to extoll like minded people to
develop a 'not for profit company' (faith based or other) who produce EDL
products at optimum cost, using volunteered expertise and time in the
manufacture and supply process I am sure the cheapest most effective form of HOPE can be provided.

regards

James Meakings
Written in my personal capacity.
South Africa
jamesm@dismedcriticare.co.za