Iran war triggers surge in pharma raw material costs: Will prices of Vitamins and Antibiotics rise?


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The Iran conflict is disrupting global pharmaceutical supply chains, pushing up raw material prices. Experts warn vitamins, antibiotics, and other essential medicines could soon become costlier if the crisis continues. War rarely affects only soldiers in battle. Everyday citizens seldom see the direct consequences of events taking place thousands of miles away. However, as Iran conflict escalates, experts are now warning that it might lead to shortages of raw materials, drive up freight costs and disrupt shipping routes. If that happens, common drugs such as vitamins, antibiotics and painkillers could cost more. Supply Chains Disrupted For Pharma Manufacturing Units One…