Japan relies almost entirely on China for the APIs of β-lactam antibiotics. These drugs are essential for treating infectious diseases…
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JGA Vows Strict Response to Choseido’s Biz Suspension Order
The Japan Generic Medicines Association (JGA) said on October 11 that it will take a strict response to a business suspension order issued the same day to its member company Choseido Pharmaceutical over its manufacturing issues. “This severe administrative penalty…
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