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Japan to Adopt Generic Company Indices for Drug Pricing on Pilot Basis from FY2024
The Japanese health ministry is now set for a pilot-based rollout of generic company evaluation indicators under the drug pricing system, beginning in FY2024. The new rule would basically give better prices for manufacturers contributing to the stable supply of…
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