From November 1, narcotic (psychotropic) medicinal products will be sold only by

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Previously, these drugs were dispensed by prescription on a special form number 3. 

This was reported in the press service of the Ministry of Health.

It is reported that it is about painkillers for patients undergoing complex treatment.

For example, these are patients with oncological diseases, severe injuries, and cardiovascular diseases.

These drugs are also used to provide palliative care.

You can get an e-prescription at a doctor's appointment: at a family or specialist specialist.

In addition, to receive an electronic prescription, you need to be registered in the electronic health care system.

However, it is not necessary to have a declaration from the family doctor. 

As a reminder, 

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It can be obtained in institutions that are connected to the electronic health care system (EHS).

There is an exception that applies to purchases of antibiotics by volunteer and charitable organizations. 

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