The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (MHLW) on December 12 presented a draft outline of the FY2026 drug pricing…
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Eisai Flags Nitrosamine Found in Merislon, Says Supply to Continue
Eisai and distribution partner Kaken Pharmaceutical said on December 15 that nitrosamine impurities were detected in Merislon (betahistine mesilate), a treatment for vertigo and equilibrium disturbances. They concluded, however, that no action such as stopping or changing prescriptions is needed…
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