The price hikes for essential medicines, particularly insulin, have raised alarms among patients and healthcare professionals in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The cost of insulin injection devices has skyrocketed, now priced at Rs4,720, which poses a considerable challenge for diabetic patients already facing financial hardships. Other medicines have also seen notable price increases, such as indigestion and acidity medication rising from Rs530 to Rs620, and thyroid medication soaring from Rs85 to Rs290, marking an increase of over 240 percent.
HEALTHPublished 12 Apr 2026 • Published 9h ago
Insulin Prices Surge in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Amid Healthcare Crisis
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On April 12, 2026, authorities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa approved significant price increases for essential medicines, notably insulin, which has more than doubled from Rs2,200 to Rs4,720. This surge is expected to severely impact thousands of diabetic patients who rely on regular insulin doses for their health.
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