| Winters in Shanghai can be particularly tough - cold grey days marked with heavy wind and rain. In a crowded city of 16 million, there are likely to be lots of colds and flu, and much like anywhere these sufferers will want fast and effective relief. Unless symptoms are severe, most Chinese will look to prescription-free OTC drugs purchased from a retail pharmacy, to ease their pain. This article looks at factors which signal growth in this sector, current obstacles and barriers which might preclude foreign participation and what changes are afoot to allow for a more open and competitive market. |
