Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (MHLW) on March 5 unveiled the revised NHI prices for drugs subject to…
BUSINESS
Kansai Medico Issues Apology over Harvoni Counterfeits
Kansai Medico, a pharmacy chain operator in Nara Prefecture, issued an apology on January 23 over counterfeit versions of Gilead Sciences’ hepatitis C drug Harvoni (ledipasvir + sofosbuvir) found at its stores. “It’s our responsibility to prevent the recurrence of…
To read the full story
Related Article
BUSINESS
- Sanofi Delays Japan Launch of Efluelda by One Year, Defers NIP Rollout
July 22, 2026
- Rhythm Pharma Gears Up for First Japan Launch with 50-Strong Team
July 21, 2026
- Fujifilm Toyama Chemical Forms 1st Product-Dedicated Unit for Savyscus
July 21, 2026
- Meiji’s Hiyasta Earns Approval in Thailand
July 21, 2026
- US FDA Accepts Shionogi’s Pediatric Fetroja Filing
July 21, 2026
Japan’s pharmaceutical industry could be on the verge of gaining a stronger voice in the Central Social Insurance Medical Council…
Let’s face it: in today’s world, changing jobs is a normal part of a successful career. But if it’s so normal, why does it feel so hard? For many people, the idea of leaving their current role brings a heavy…
Japan’s Central Social Insurance Medical Council (Chuikyo) on November 5 approved the reimbursement listing for a slate of new medicines,…
The Japanese government on March 7 announced new NHI prices to be applied in the FY2025 drug price revision, revealing…
The Japanese government approved a bill to amend the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices (PMD) Act at its Cabinet meeting on…
Japan’s health ministry doled out regulatory approvals for a throng of new medicines on December 27 including Eli Lilly’s obesity…
Japan’s all-important reimbursement policy panel on December 20 approved an outline of drug pricing reforms for FY2024, which enshrines a…