Mutual Drug is shaping a better future for independent pharmacies through technology, proactive business services, and a focused approach to product distribution. Proudly serving members in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. Mutual Drug is a full-line wholesaler with over 23,000 products providing independent pharmacies with the inventory they need to service their customer base.
Delivering comprehensive business solutions so pharmacy owners can focus on superior patient care. Mutual Drug stays current with legislation, working to influence government and industry leaders on behalf of its members. Mutual Drug equips each member pharmacy with the tools and resources needed to promote their stores to help ensure business growth.
Delivering comprehensive business solutions so pharmacy owners can focus on superior patient care. Mutual Drug stays current with legislation, working to influence government and industry leaders on behalf of its members. Mutual Drug equips each member pharmacy with the tools and resources needed to promote their stores to help ensure business growth.
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Faced with increasing competition from chain stores, a group of independent drug store owners from eastern and central North Carolina gathered to organize a new wholesale enterprise. In doing so, they could pass the resulting savings on to their customers and stay competitive in the market.
Each founding member agreed to purchase shares of stock to finance the incorporation of The North Carolina Mutual Wholesale Drug Company and to lease 10,000 square feet of warehouse space at the corner of Angier Avenue and Elm Street in Durham, North Carolina.In August, Mutual Drug began doing business with its member stores.
Each founding member agreed to purchase shares of stock to finance the incorporation of The North Carolina Mutual Wholesale Drug Company and to lease 10,000 square feet of warehouse space at the corner of Angier Avenue and Elm Street in Durham, North Carolina.In August, Mutual Drug began doing business with its member stores.
Mutual Drug provides a supportive network of independent pharmacies. Mutual Drug helps ensure that its members are successful through a collaboration of over 500 pharmacies, strong group buying power, transparent pricing, improved access to products and services, legislative advocacy, and a full suite of business support solutions.
As a full-line wholesaler, Mutual Drug can provide enhanced purchasing power for independent pharmacies and has the supply chain to ensure our member pharmacies are able to maintain their inventory. Our distribution network ensures our suppliers have their products available in all areas for greater patient accessibility and the pharmacists have the options they need to service their patients.
Mutual Drug provides business support resources including continuing education programs, retail services, marketing programs, and consultative services. These coordinated efforts for the successful operation of a pharmacy are offered so that members can focus on delivering superior patient care and customer service.
Mutual Drug is committed to advocating on behalf of our members in a meaningful way. It is important that we build strong relationships with the legislators who have a direct impact on the success of independent pharmacy. The Government Affairs team continues to promote the important role performed by our members and how they can engage with legislators.
Reviews (9)
Admin Traci
Aug 30, 2020
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Zebulon Drug has been a member of Mutual Drug since the 1960's. You absolutely will not find another wholesaler that advocates for independent pharmacy the way they do. From keeping members up to date on legislative changes, to offering relevant continuing education opportunities, Mutual does their part to be more than a vendor. They are deeply invested in what we as independent pharmacies bring to our communities, and go above and beyond to keep prices competitive so that we can continue to be better than the big box stores on every corner. Above all else, they are member owned. YOUR wholesaler
Ryan Wheeler
Jan 11, 2020
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My store has been a member of the Mutual Drug team for 20+ years and to say they are a vital reason we are still in business is an understatement. They are truly focused on the support of independent pharmacy and they go above and beyond to not only help you as a pharmacy, to make sure you feel as though you are part of their family. Everyone in the company from the CEO, to the pharmacy representatives, and even the customer service representatives are genuinely there for you and will do anything they can to make sure you are taken care of in every aspect. We have had multiple times were a Mutual
Melinda Childress
Jan 05, 2020
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Mutual Drug has been a great wholesale company to work with for an independent pharmacy. I have enjoyed getting to know the employees of Mutual Drug to be able to call on them whenever we have a question or concern. They are always willing to help or find someone that can help. Thanks for all you have done.
Man Pharmacy
Nov 05, 2019
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Darius Russell
Oct 19, 2019
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I love Mutual Drug! Their customer service representatives are the best. Their Sales Team is amazing and friendly. They are a phenomenal wholesaler to work with. Even though I have only been a Pharmacy Owner for 6 months, I have worked with Mutual Drug for over a decade in another independent pharmacy, and I have always had great experiences with them. From the CEO and President to the people at the front desk. Awesome!!!!
Clinic Pharmacy
Oct 04, 2019
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We have been Mutual Drug customers for as long as our pharmacy has been open (over 30 years). From our own store representative to the customer service reps who assist when you call, our experience working with Mutual Drug has always been top notch. They are more then just a wholesaler, NC Mutual has helped us stay afloat with industry news and aided greatly in navigating the ever-changing pharmacy landscape. We would highly recommend Mutual Drug for anyone looking for a dependable wholesaler.
Mandy Wilson
Oct 04, 2019
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Mutual drug has the greatest customer service. They always have what our business needs and provide support and services to help the business as well. Our sales representative, Jim Buff, is always stopping in to take care of our needs and make sure all of our concerns are handled and keeping us up-to-date on everything. Couldn't be happier with the services and products they provide
Art Minton
Aug 29, 2019
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Mutual Drug sells drugs at competitive prices, but they are more than that. They provide many support services needed by "independent" pharmacies that are necessary to survive. No pharmacy can be truly independent any more. Mutual is a partner in our business and works very hard to help us keep up with the competitive market and be successful.
Angela Elkins
Jun 08, 2019
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Mutual Drug has provided excellence service throughout the many years we have been working with them. Any time I have had questions or problems Mutual has handled with courtesy and professionalism. Our mutual representative Jim Buff is always there to help and answer questions and meet our needs. He keeps us up to date and informed. I can't imagine using any other company!
