SAFEMed, with support of its local partner Legal Alliance and in cooperation with the MOH and the NHSU, continues to support development of draft regulations aimed at improving the processes for prescribing and dispensing of prescription medicines and medical devices.
Specifically, SAFEMed supported the drafting of a new version of the Rules for prescribing medicines and medical devices and the Procedure for dispensing of prescribed medicines and medical devices from pharmacies. The mentioned drafts are currently being prepared by the MOH for public discussion. The main novelties of these drafts refer to:
A transitional period is also foreseen, allowing paper prescriptions to be handled in parallel with e-prescriptions. This approach guarantees patients access to prescription medicines and medical devices regardless of the doctor's ability to issue an e-prescription due to the impacts of Russia’s invasion in Ukraine.
The event focused on the transformation of Ukraine's intellectual property sector on its path toward European integration.
Improving access to safe and affordable medicines for the Ukrainian population is one of the Government of Ukraine's top priorities. SAFEMed Activity (2017-2025) has supported this effort by appIying health system strengthening best practices.
The Ministry of Health website has posted a notice about the release of a revised draft order of the Ministry of Health ‘On Approval of Amendments to Certain Re
On 25 September, a webinar was held on the topic: ‘180 days of new drug price regulation. Results, prospects and practical advice.’ The event was organized by LA Law Firm in partnership with Proxima Research International.
