Absolutely not. The type of licence strictly defines the scope of your business. A Wholesale Dealer Licence authorises you to supply medicines to specified parties, such as other licensed wholesalers, licensed manufacturers, registered pharmacies, hospitals and registered doctors. It is, by nature, a B2B (business-to-business) activity. You must not sell medicines directly to end consumers, regardless of the quantity. Direct sales of regulated medicines to the public are the exclusive right of an Authorised Seller of Poisons (ASP) (pharmacy) or a Listed Seller of Poisons (LSP).
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I hold a Wholesale Dealer Licence for western medicines. Can I occasionally sell small quantities of medicines to end consumers?
A complete explanation of the regulatory basis, Drew Tang’s recommendations and risk alerts. The original material dates from 2025; read it alongside the latest official requirements.
Original guide, 2025 edition: These FAQs are provided for topic-based reference and have not all been individually checked against current rules. Please confirm fees, personnel, renewal, changes and product requirements against the professional in-depth guide for the relevant licence type and the official requirements in force at the time.
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