Biopharmaceutical wholesalers in Japan play broader roles than their counterparts overseas. Beyond logistics and distribution, wholesalers perform a variety of tasks related to finance, safety, and commercialization. Such functions are typically cited as justification for various fees, rebates, and allowances…
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Drug Rep Number Might Have Logged 5,000-Plus Decrease in 1 Year: Jiho Tally
The number of drug reps in Japan appears to be rapidly declining, according to a Jiho tally, which, combined with other industry data, signals that the total pharma sales force might have posted a decrease of more than 5,000 over…
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