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With little access to doctors, drug firms go digital to stay relevant
The rise of e-pharmacies and tele-consultations during Covid-19 has made it easier for healthcare companies to access patient pools
DocsApp merges with MediBuddy, new entity will cover 95% Indian pin codes
Merged entity raises It will have over 90,000 doctors, 7,000 hospitals, 3,000 diagnostic centres and 2,500 pharmacies across the nation
Uber partners with Medlife to deliver medicines at doorsteps in 5 cities
Kolkata, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Lucknow and Pune to get the service
Despite challenges, e-pharmacies sweeten the delivery pill by using tech
The platforms have seen an upsurge up to 3x their weekly average orders, with hand sanitisers and masks being the most sought-after products
Online pharmacies see record funding in 2019, investments double to $321 mn
The industry experts are expecting more activity in the segment, especially if a delayed regulatory framework takes place during the current year.
Drug controller cracks whip on e-pharmacies selling drugs without licences
Last December the Delhi High Court had said online sale of medicines without a licence was injuncted, and had instructed the government to ensure that the same was prohibited forthwith
Delhi, Madras High Courts differ on online medicine sales by e-pharmacies
Delhi HC extended the ban, while Madras HC lifted the ban on Thursday
