- MediPharm Labs’ high THC medical cannabis has been successfully exported to Peru to be distributed by specialized compounding pharmacies
- Peru is MediPharm Labs’ first Latin American export after successful exports to Australia and Germany
BARRIE, Ontario, April 8, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – MediPharm Labs Corp. (TSX: LABS) (OTCQX: MEDIF) (FSE: MLZ) (“MediPharm Labs” or the “Company”), a leading global provider of specialized, research-based pharmaceutical-grade cannabis extraction, distillation, and derivative products, announced today Its wholly owned subsidiary MediPharm Labs Inc. has completed its first shipment of high quality, formulated cannabis oil to its customer Cann Farm Peru SAC, a Lima-based manufacturer, and distributor serving Peruvian and other markets in Latin America.
“This first import to Peru shows the versatility of our GMP-certified platform that qualifies MediPharm Labs to export high THC and CBD oils to international medical markets where cannabis is regulated like other pharmaceutical products,” said Keith Strachan, President, and Interim Chief Executive Officer, MediPharm Labs. “We look forward to expanding our presence in Peru and other Latin American markets such as Brazil, where we have agreements and are awaiting final approval to import our quality pharmaceutical products to patients and doctors looking for products they can trust. “
MediPharm Labs’ pre-formulated cannabis concentrate is distributed to patients through compounding pharmacies in Peru, who complete the final formulation and fill it according to exact prescription specifications.
“Since Peru’s initial legalization of cannabis, patients have had mostly access to CBD because of the lack of a steady supply of legal THC. This first shipment will give Peru’s growing patient base access to formulated THC drugs that are of high levels of quality and control. Bringing high-quality THC into the country will also open many doors in the health sector, ”says Andrés Vazquez, President of Cann Farm. “By providing a consistent supply of high-quality THC, doctors can prescribe cannabis oils to meet a wider range of therapeutic needs, as opposed to primarily CBD-dominant oils, including pain management.”
Expansion into international medical and pharmaceutical markets
MediPharm Labs is establishing a foothold in the pharmaceutical, medical, and wellness markets worldwide, including Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Denmark, Great Britain, Peru, and Brazil. Peru, the fifth largest country in Latin America, offers great growth potential. Peru was a pioneer among Latin American countries, creating a legal framework for the manufacture, import, and sale of cannabis for medicinal purposes. As a result, the Peruvian market is developing rapidly and has the potential to register various formats of cannabis-based products.
About Peru’s market
Peru passed Law 30681 in October 2017 with the aim of providing access to medical cannabis. Peru’s medical cannabis market has so far been 100% dependent on imports. The law explicitly allows the domestic production, importation, and marketing of cannabis for medical and scientific purposes and requires the establishment of a number of registers within the Department of Health. Only certified pharmaceutical laboratories can apply for a production license domestically, and retail sales are only in licensed pharmacies. Medical prescriptions are required and cannabis can be prescribed under a variety of medical conditions.
About Cann Farm Peru SAC.
Cann Farm is dedicated to the cultivation and processing of medicinal plants under the highest quality standards and from this develops a broad portfolio of innovative products for the health and well-being of the international community. In March 2021, Cann Farm received its production and cultivation license in Peru. In addition to importing and marketing products made from cannabis and other plants for medicinal purposes, as well as for the cultivation and processing of medicinal plants for both the Peruvian market and for export, Cann Farm invests in scientific research projects on topics related to the use of medicinal plants for health as well as in agronomic questions to optimize their production.
About MediPharm Labs
MediPharm Labs was founded in 2015 and specializes in the production of purified pharmaceutical-grade cannabis oil and concentrates as well as advanced derivatives. A facility certified according to Good Manufacturing Practices with clean rooms built according to ISO standards is used. MediPharm Labs has invested in a skilled, research-oriented team, cutting-edge technology, downstream cleaning methods, and purpose-built facilities with five primary extraction lines to deliver pure, trustworthy, and precisely dosed cannabis products to its customers. Via its wholesale and white-label platforms, MediPharm Labs formulates, develops, packages, and sells (also through sensory testing) cannabis extracts and advanced cannabinoid-based products on national and international markets. As a world leader, MediPharm Labs has completed commercial exports to Australia and fully commercialized its Australian extraction facility. MediPharm Labs Australia was founded in 2017.
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