Greek consumers are facing steep price hikes on more than 800 prescription drugs, with some seeing increases of up to 448%. According to a report by Ta Nea, around 100 medicines have doubled in price, while the cost of one dermatological antibiotic, based on tyrothricin, has surged from €0.96 to €5.26—a staggering 448% increase.

The new pricing list, set to take effect on August 26, includes significant price hikes for 843 medications, with around 700 seeing increases of more than 10% and 570 rising by 20% or more. The majority of these price adjustments range between €1 and €5.

Some of the most notable increases include:

  • Stedon: From €2.28 to €9.95
  • Amoxil: From €3.58 to €4.81
  • Augmentin: From €5.94 to €7.48
  • Zovirax: From €6.43 to €8.45
  • Ceclor: From €4.49 to €7.06
  • Voltaren: From €1.51 to €3.32
  • Tavor: From €1.00 to €2.19
  • Lasix: From €1.96 to €2.70
  • Apotel: From €3.85 to €5.61
  • Salospir: From €1.17 to €2.08

These increases are expected to place an additional financial burden on patients, particularly those requiring long-term medication. The new prices will come into force from August 26, as stipulated by the recent ministerial decision.

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