Activity Description: Mi Farmacita Nacional is a nationwide pharmacy chain that provides low-cost generics, purified water and powdered milk, consultations, and pre-op services to underprivileged individuals. To supplement their income, the independent franchises also provide additional services such as telephone and Internet. Each pharmacy serves an average of 2,500 households.

The government of Mexico supports the venture by providing generous tax exemptions to franchised networks. The pharmacy chain also generates cost savings due to its size, allowing it to expand into markets currently underserved by the private sector.