Japan’s contract drug rep ratio rose to 8.7% in FY2024 as the total number of regular reps continued to fall, the Japan Contract Sales Organization Association (JCSOA) reported in June. Amid industry downsizing, the roles and expectations placed on contract…
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Novartis Rolls Out Luxturna in Japan, 2 Treatment Facilities Selected
Novartis Pharma on August 30 launched its gene therapy Luxturna (voretigene neparvovec) for inherited retinal disease in Japan. The treatment will be available at two facilities designated by an academic society. The product is indicated for the treatment of inherited…
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