Salvadoran Laboratory explores the generic market

©image: ANCALMO

LA PRENSA GRAFICA.com reports that "Ancalmo says that one of the reason why they decided to enter this sector is because it is "a good opportunity" due to the imminent approval of the Law of Generic Medication and Access to to medication. "It will become an interesting segment for local laboratories. Once the law is approved, the effect on local consumption will be positive," said Ancalmo, in reference to cheaper prices that will be one of the main factors in attracting consumers."

Source: laprensagrafica.com

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