Japan relies almost entirely on China for the APIs of β-lactam antibiotics. These drugs are essential for treating infectious diseases…
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Xocova Approval Meaningful, but Careful Use Should Continue: Minister
Japanese health minister Keizo Takemi on March 5 stressed the significance of standard approval granted the same day to Shionogi’s COVID-19 antiviral Xocova (ensitrelvir), while calling on healthcare providers to retain their caution in prescribing the drug. “The reaffirmation of…
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