Japan’s recent Upper House election delivered a stinging defeat for the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and junior coalition partner…
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Delays in Cymbalta Generic Launch Stir Worries on Demand Spike for 2 Makers
First generics of the antidepressant Cymbalta (duloxetine) from 15 companies are to join the NHI price list on June 18, but all but two are expected to push back their product launches, drawing concerns from wholesalers and pharmacies over potential…
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