Starting July 29, 2026, Argentines can purchase ten common medications without a prescription. The National Administration of Medicines (ANMAT) aims to simplify access to low-complexity treatments, such as allergy relief and eye drops. While this speeds up the buying process, these drugs will no longer be covered by union-based health insurance or private plans discounts.
Starting July 29, 2026, Argentina’s health regulator ANMAT has authorized the over-the-counter sale of ten low-complexity medications, eliminating the need for a prescription. The list includes antihistamines and eye drops. While this improves access, these drugs will lose mandatory discounts from social security and private health insurance plans.
Argentina's National Administration of Drugs, Foods and Medical Devices (ANMAT) has officially approved the sale of 10 low-complexity medications without a prescription. Published in the Official Gazette on July 28, 2026, through Disposition 4714/2026, the measure takes effect on July 29, 2026. This decision aims to ease access to common treatments, reduce healthcare costs, and streamline everyday care for millions of Argentines.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
