Nihon Chouzai Expands Popular '550 Yen Flat-Rate OTC Drugs' to 49 Takasa Pharmacy Locations
Nihon Chouzai has begun selling its private brand '5COINS PHARMA' at 49 Takasa pharmacy locations. The series features OTC drugs priced at a flat 550 yen, focusing on quality and active ingredient content, and is widely available at other pharmacies and online stores.
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Nihon Chouzai Co., Ltd., which provides new value for pharmacies, announced that it has begun selling its private brand '5COINS PHARMA,' which supports self-medication, at 49 pharmacies operated by Takasa Co., Ltd. '5COINS PHARMA' is a series of OTC drugs (over-the-counter medicines) priced at a flat 550 yen (tax included) in principle. Developed based on the idea that the price of OTC drugs is one of the challenges in promoting self-medication, the series consists of 40 items that focus on quality and the amount of active ingredients. This series has been performing well, with sales up 170% compared to the same period last year, and has a track record of being handled by approximately 110 companies and 1,100 stores, including other pharmacies, electronics retailers, and the online store 'Amazon.'
FAQ
Are there any products in 5COINS PHARMA priced other than 550 yen?
Yes, some products are priced at 1,100 yen including tax.