Anvisa opens rulemaking on pharmacies using e-commerce platforms for delivery

On August 19, 2026 Anvisa's board voted unanimously to open an administrative process that will set rules for pharmacies contracting digital channels and e-commerce platforms for logistics and delivery to consumers. The rules are meant to bring health regulation in line with Law 15.357/2026 and to define the responsibilities of pharmacies and platforms. The agency said a public consultation will cover the topic, and no final rule has been issued.

• Vote: unanimous, at the 15th Ordinary Public Meeting of the board in 2026
• Scope: pharmacies contracting platforms for logistics and delivery of medicines
• Aim: set responsibilities of pharmacies and platforms, and product origin and integrity controls
• Public consultation planned; no final rule yet