Japan plans to revise its guidelines on the drone delivery of medicines later this month, which would mark the first revision since they were established two years ago. Service providers are closely watching how they will be revised, with calls…
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Shionogi’s COVID Pill Hits Main Goal in PIII, Discussion on Regulatory Path to Follow
Shionogi’s oral COVID-19 treatment ensitrelvir achieved the primary endpoint in the PIII part of a PII/III trial, according to preliminary results released by the company on September 28. The Osaka drug maker says it will consult with regulatory authorities to…
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