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Despite challenges, e-pharmacies sweeten the delivery pill by using tech

The platforms have seen an upsurge up to 3x their weekly average orders, with hand sanitisers and masks being the most sought-after products

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Online pharmacies, just like any other business operation, are facing challenges with manpower

Sohini DasSai IshwarSamreen Ahmed Mumbai/Bengaluru
Online pharmacies are making the best use of technology and supply chain efficiencies to ensure hassle-free delivery of orders despite manpower challenges. The platforms have seen an upsurge up to 3x their weekly average orders, with hand sanitisers and masks being the most sought-after products.

Pradeep Dadha, founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Netmeds.com, said his company is working to ensure customers get uninterrupted supply of protective and preventive products. “The country has seen unprecedented upsurge of over 1,400 per cent in sanitation products, and over 500 per cent in disinfectants in the past two weeks. This has put

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