Orion Pharma denies plans to leave Russia

The Russian division of the Finnish pharmaceutical company Orion Pharma “Orion Pharma” said that it continues its work as usual. However, Reuters, citing Orion Pharma, writes that the company is not sure about the future of its business in Russia.

“Caring for the health of patients remains our top priority in any situation and at any time. We are doing everything necessary and possible so that Russian patients have the opportunity to receive high-quality drugs, ”the statement says. message on the Russian website of Orion Pharma.

Speaking to Reuters, a spokesman for the company said it continues to ship some critical medicines in limited quantities to Russia, as well as drugs to customers from local warehouses in the country. Orion Pharma told the agency that they were aware of “speculation” in the Russian media.

“In accordance with our policy, we do not comment on rumors in the media,” the company said.

Formerly Vedomosti reportedthat the manufacturer is laying off employees of the Russian division. According to the publication, Orion Pharma may close its office in Russia before the end of the year. The newspaper noted that this would be the first known case of a foreign pharmaceutical company leaving the country.