Nalasopara (Maharashtra), Dec 7 (NationPress) The Jan Aushadhi Kendras, established under the Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya JanAushadhi Pariyojana (PM-BJP), are gaining considerable recognition among patients and their families throughout the nation due to the numerous advantages provided by this initiative.
Nalasopara, situated approximately 60 km away from Mumbai, is one of the many regions where residents are opting for generic medicines to reduce their healthcare expenses.
The transition from 'branded to generic' medicines is proving beneficial for thousands of locals, with some sharing their positive experiences with IANS.
Pratham Singh, a local from Nalasopara who frequents the Jan Aushadhi Kendras, expressed: "Since the launch of this generic medicine center, we can purchase all medications at significantly reduced prices. While private pharmacies charge high prices, these medicines are available here at much lower rates without compromising on quality."
"We are grateful to the government; it is assisting the underprivileged, and we are saving substantial amounts of money," he added.
Another resident, Arvind, noted: "Medicines that are priced at Rs 500 in other pharmacies are available here for half the price, allowing us to save money. We redirect those savings towards our children and other necessities. We are extremely satisfied."
Jyoti Pandey, the pharmacist at the Jan Aushadhi Kendra, mentioned that the center located in Central Park of Nalasopara East is frequented by individuals from all socio-economic backgrounds.
"We offer a wide range of medications here at the most competitive prices. Discounts between 30% and 50% can be availed on various medicines," she stated.
Over the past decade, sales worth Rs 6,100 crore have been recorded through these Kendras, leading to estimated savings of Rs 30,000 crore for the public.
The pricing of Jan Aushadhi medicines, surgical instruments, and nutraceutical products is lower by at least 50% and, in some instances, by 80% to 90% compared to the market prices of branded medicines.
A medicine's price is determined based on a maximum of 50% of the average cost of the top three branded medicines available.
