Analysis of individual placements across 43 companies over the past 18 months paints a vivid picture of Japan’s evolving healthcare industry. This comprehensive snapshot illuminates current market demands, strategic shifts, and the enduring appeal of this pivotal Asian market.Rare Diseases…
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PMP, Off-Patent Drug Rules to Be Major Topics for 2024 Reform: MHLW Pharma Management Director
The review of the price maintenance premium (PMP) for innovative medicines and rules related to off-patent long-listed products (LLPs) will be the focus of the next drug pricing reform scheduled for April 2024, Takashi Yasukawa, pharmaceutical management director at the…
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