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GSK: Tolu Ogunlesi Questions Doctors Prescribing Expensive Augmentin Amid Soaring Costs
Tolu Ogunlesi Questions Doctors Prescribing Expensive Augmentin Amid Soaring Costs....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Written By Oshiobugie Omo-Ikirodah
Former Presidential aide, Tolu Ogunlesi, has raised concerns over the exorbitant price of the popular antibiotic, Augmentin, and questioned doctors who continue to prescribe it despite the surge in its cost. CONTINUE READING
Reacting to a doctor’s X post highlighting the N57,000 price tag on Augmentin, Tolu Ogunlesi criticized the current “price-gouging” of the drug. He emphasized that there are alternative, more affordable brands with the same active ingredients as Augmentin, making them a cost-effective choice.
In a statement, Ogunlesi remarked, “Any doctor INSISTING on prescribing Augmentin at this time has a lot of explaining to do.” The call for explanations comes amidst growing concerns about the accessibility and affordability of essential medications in Nigeria.

Source: Bushradiogist
