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Government limits medication supply for seniors to generics

The government announced that the supply of medication to seniors will be restricted to generics to promote their use.

18 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Portuguese government has announced that the supply of medication to seniors will be limited to generic options. According to the government, the aim is to encourage greater use of generic medications among the elderly population.

In addition, the government reminded that it has assumed the free provision of medications starting in 2024, a measure that previously covered only 50% of the costs associated with medications.

The amendment to the decree establishing this new policy aims to facilitate access to more affordable medications while promoting the sustainability of the healthcare system.

So far, no additional details have been provided regarding the implementation of these changes or how they may affect seniors and their healthcare needs.

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