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Japan to Begin Xocova Supply on Nov. 28 ahead of Schedule
The Japanese government will move up its schedule for starting the supply of Shionogi’s newly approved COVID-19 pill Xocova (ensitrelvir) from early December to November 28, Health Minister Katsunobu Kato told a press conference on November 25. According to Mr…
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