Japan’s key reimbursement policy panel on December 25 approved an outline of the FY2025 drug price revision, finalizing plans to…
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Takeda Sweetens Bid for Shire, Ups Cash Component
Takeda Pharmaceutical said on April 20 that it made its fourth approach to London-listed Shire regarding its potential offer, sweetening its bid to £47 a share with a higher cash component. The Dublin maker said that it is “considering its…
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