LBX(SH:603883) Zheng Quan Ri Bao·2025-11-27 05:43Core Viewpoint - The demand for respiratory disease-related medications and protective supplies has significantly increased as respiratory diseases like influenza and mycoplasma pneumonia enter a high incidence season in China [2][3]. Group 1: Market Demand and Supply - The China Disease Prevention and Control Center has reported an upward trend in influenza cases, with sentinel hospitals in southern provinces reporting a percentage of influenza-like cases at 6.7% and northern provinces at 7.0% during the 46th week of 2025, indicating an earlier onset of the flu season compared to previous years [2]. - The company, Lao Bai Xi Da Yao Fang, has leveraged its nationwide supply chain and store network to ensure stable supply and price stability for four categories of medications, including antiviral drugs, antipyretics, cough suppressants, and antibiotics, as well as protective supplies like masks [2][3]. Group 2: Sales Performance - Sales of antiviral medications such as Oseltamivir and Mabalaoshuai (Sufuda), as well as antibiotics like Amoxicillin and Azithromycin, have seen significant growth recently, particularly in November, with a notable increase in sales of flu medications [3]. - The company has implemented a supply guarantee plan in anticipation of seasonal demand fluctuations, which includes early forecasting, centralized procurement, and increased stock levels to ensure market supply stability [3]. Group 3: Health Recommendations - The China Disease Prevention and Control Center has noted an increase in reported influenza outbreaks, particularly among children aged 5 to 14, and has recommended health monitoring in key institutions such as schools and nursing homes [4]. - The company emphasizes the importance of following medical advice for flu prevention and treatment, including vaccination, medication adherence, mask-wearing, hand hygiene, and environmental disinfection [4].