Specific features of distribution of pharmaceutical products in the Russian Federation

As part of the study, the specificity of the distribution of non-prescription and prescription pharmaceuticals has been analyzed. Distribution channels in these two cases differ radically and may include distributors of different levels or not at all. The article also examines the role of the state in controlling the circulation of medicines. The topic is relevant for many business areas, one way or another related to the sale of medicines: foreign and Russian drug manufacturers, national and regional distributors, transport companies, pharmacy retailers, independent pharmacy points, etc. Based on the results of the study, trends are presented that will determine the distribution of medicines in Russia in the near future.