Central Pharmacy of Tunisia Calls for Advance Supply Requests Ahead of Monthly Stock‑taking
Date: Monday, 18 February 2026
Location: Tunisia (Ben Arous, Soukra, and various governorates)
The Central Pharmacy of Tunisia (CPT) has issued an urgent reminder to its customers—including pharmacists, wholesale drug distributors, dentists, veterinarians, laboratory owners, and public‑health officials—to submit their medication supply requests at least 48 hours before the planned suspension of all its subsidiaries. The suspension is required to carry out the monthly inventory of stocks, scheduled from 25 to 27 February 2026, and aims to prevent any stock‑out situations.
Key Points from the Official Statement
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Full‑scale suspension (25‑27 Feb 2026)
- Applies to all CPT subsidiaries operating in the “City of Medicine” (Ville du Médicament) in Ben Arous.
- Affects reserve stocks for pharmacies and hospitals, the Tudipharma depot, the distribution centre, and its vaccination and serum subsidiary in Soukra.
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Partial suspension for urgent‑order units (26‑27 Feb 2026)
- Distriphar – chemical products subsidiary in Ben Arous.
- Sudivac – two branches (consumer‑grade and hospital‑grade) in the governorates of Sousse.
- Sipharma – two branches (consumer‑grade and hospital‑grade) in the governorate of Sfax.
- Intravenous solutions unit located in the industrial zone of Mghira.
- Additional subsidiaries operating in the governorates of Kasserine, Gafsa, and Médenine.
What Clients Must Do
- Prepare requests early – Submit all medication orders no later than 48 hours before the start of the suspension (i.e., by 23 February 2026).
- Specify quantities clearly – Ensure that the requested amounts cover anticipated needs throughout the suspension period.
- Contact the designated liaison – Use the official communication channels listed on CPT’s social‑media pages for confirmation and follow‑up.
Why This Matters
- Preventing shortages: By gathering orders in advance, CPT can allocate existing stock efficiently before the inventory lock‑down.
- Regulatory compliance: The monthly stock‑taking is a legal requirement for pharmaceutical supply chains in Tunisia.
- Operational continuity: Clear advance planning helps maintain uninterrupted service for pharmacies, hospitals, and other health‑care providers once the suspension ends.
“We urge all stakeholders to act promptly to avoid any disruption in the supply of essential medicines,” the CPT statement read.
For further details or to submit your request, visit the Central Pharmacy of Tunisia’s official social‑media pages or contact the customer‑service hotline provided in the announcement.
