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The ongoing tensions involving Iran are beginning to impact everyday healthcare costs, with pharmacies in England reporting sharp increases in the prices of common medicines.

According to the National Pharmacy Association, widely used drugs such as Paracetamol and Cetirizine have seen price hikes of 20–30% since February. Some pharmacies are also facing shortages of medicines like Aspirin and Co-codamol.

Rising fuel costs and increased transportation expenses—partly due to disrupted supply chains—are pushing up production and delivery costs. Air freight charges have surged, and limited access to key petroleum-based ingredients used in drug manufacturing has added further strain.

Pharmacists say they are now paying significantly more to stock medicines, with some costs nearly doubling in recent weeks. These increases are gradually being passed on to customers, raising concerns about affordability, especially as peak allergy season approaches.

Experts warn that if supply disruptions continue, prices could rise further and shortages may become more widespread. However, pharmacies are urging the public to avoid panic buying, as it could worsen the situation.

The situation highlights how global conflicts can quickly ripple into essential sectors like healthcare, affecting both supply and pricing of everyday medicines.