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Daiichi Sankyo Espha Unveils Authorized Generic Pact with AstraZeneca, 3 More Oncology AGs Pending Approval
Days after receiving approval for the only generic version of AstraZeneca’s Iressa (gefitinib) cancer drug, Daiichi Sankyo Espha revealed on August 20 that it has filed for three additional authorized generics (AGs) in the oncology arena under its accord sealed…
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