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what is the full form of mrp - #23372

Dylan

I am really confused about something and hope someone here can help me out! So, I went to the pharmacy the other day to get some medicines, and the guy at the counter kept talking about “MRP” like it was super important. But I honestly have no clue what is the full form of MRP. They were quoting prices and everything, and I felt so out of the loop! I was just trying to understand if it’s some kind of regulation or just a pricing thing. Like, does it affect how much I pay? Because I noticed that some medicines have a much higher MRP than what I actually paid after discounts or whatever. Kinda makes me wonder why there's even a difference, ya know? Honestly, I thought I understood pricing, but now I feel like I missed a crucial class or something! Can someone break it down for me? What exactly is the full form of MRP and does it always mean the same thing in every store or is it different for pharmacies? Thanks a lot!

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MRP os maximum retail prise, pharmacist can sell you at, the amount charged may be low due to, 1.Discount offered ,The store is charging less than MRP , which is totally legal. 2.Different brands Two medicines with the same ingredients may have different MRPs based on branding. Do worry you can not be charged more than MRP.
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MRP stands for Maximum Retail Price. It's essentially the maximum price that can be charged for a product in India, and is influenced by various, factors including production costs, tax, and profit margins, all of which are set by manufacturers. In terms of medicines, the MRP you see is actually the most a pharmacy can legally charge under normal circumstances. Manufacturers set the MRP, and it's not mandatory for retailers or pharmacies to sell products at that exact price. The discounts you noticed could be due to various strategies employed by stores to remain competitive, so some pharmacies might offer better deals or special discounts. This can explain the difference in what you might see on the price tag (MRP) and what you actually pay after any available reductions. Now, does it mean the same thing in every store or pharmacy? Conceptually, yes — MRP represents the ceiling price across all retail environments, it's not variable by store. But how much below that ceiling you end up paying? Well, that depends on individual store policies and discounts available at that time. In essence, understanding MRP helps ensure you're not being overcharged and allows you room to find better prices through discounts or promotions. Though it's not specific to medicines, it's more about retail and commerce principles. So next time you hear or see MRP it's good to know you might have a chance to pay less than that maximum price, much like you experiencing it firsthand could lead to a better deal.
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