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JPMA Delays Announcement of Drug Pricing Proposal
The Japan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association (JPMA) has postponed the announcement of its drug pricing proposal, which was originally scheduled for July 27. The trade group saw the need for further discussions, with the rescheduled announcement expected in late August or…
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