Japan’s contract drug rep ratio rose to 8.7% in FY2024 as the total number of regular reps continued to fall, the Japan Contract Sales Organization Association (JCSOA) reported in June. Amid industry downsizing, the roles and expectations placed on contract…
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“Humanitarian Trials” Hefty Burden on Drug Makers: JPMA Regulatory Head
A Japanese version of compassionate use is expected to place a huge burden on drug makers as they will be urged to conduct additional unscheduled trials for a humanitarian cause, said the regulatory affairs chief of the Japan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers…
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