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Anvisa releases sale of medicines on Shopee
Measure meets regulatory opening that also allowed pharmacies in supermarkets. Read in Gazeta do Povo.
TL;DR
- Anvisa has revoked the ban on selling and advertising medicines on Shopee.
- This move complies with a new law from March 2026 that updates sanitary control rules.
- The new law allows licensed pharmacies to use digital platforms and e-commerce for delivery.
- Pharmacies are now also permitted to set up inside supermarkets with proper physical separation.
- Companies can now open profiles on Shopee to sell medicines, but must still adhere to existing regulations.
- Anvisa will continue to monitor online medication sales.