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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Rebecca Thomas

Pharmacists warn of price gouging over Strep A antibiotic shortage as prices soar

PA Wire

Pharmacists say the cost of antibiotics has risen tenfold in recent days amid claims suppliers are seeking to “profiteer” from a shortage caused by the deadly Strep A outbreak.

Images seen by The Independent showed the costs of amoxicillin from one supplier rose from £2 to £19.36 for 100 ml.

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