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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Chuikyo OKs 7 Drugs Subject to Cost-Effective Review; Re-Pricing to Be Conducted in 2018
A powerful health ministry panel on April 27 agreed to subject seven drugs including Sovaldi (sofosbuvir) and Opdivo (nivolumab) to a pilot-based cost effective assessment scheme, with a plan to carry out re-pricing based on the appraisal results in April…
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