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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MHLW Council Begins Discussions on Rx-to-OTC Switch of 3 New APIs
A Japanese health ministry panel started discussing the prescription only (Rx)-to-non-prescription switch of three APIs in four dosage forms on July 26, including the acne vulgaris treatment adapalene. The three APIs - adapalene (brand name: Differin Gel), tulobuterol (Hokunalin Tape),…
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