Service stations in Argentina will sell OTC medicine

A recent government decree has authorized non-specialized outlets to display and sell these products complying with strict regulations.

Argentina’s government has recently published a national decree to authorize the sale of over-the-counter (OTC) medicines in non-specialized outlets, including service stations.

The regulation allows OTC medicines to be displayed and purchased in locations such as gas stations, as long as they comply with stringent storage and safety regulations.

Published last week, Decree 1024/2024 specifies that OTC medicines can be displayed and sold directly from shelves. These must include detailed information about each product, available laboratories, and their respective prices.

The regulation aims to protect consumers by setting common conditions ensuring proper treatment of information, guaranteeing informed decision-making without compromising health rights.

However, this will only be implemented 60 days after the decree's publication. Additionally, each province in Argentina will need to confirm its adherence to the national regulation, as the regulation of medicine sales and pharmaceutical practices falls under provincial jurisdiction.