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PMDA-Led Inspections Will Help Straighten Up Generic Makers: MHLW Councilor
The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) taking over the authority to implement certain GMP inspections from prefectural governments is expected to help boost the quality of generics at large, says a top health ministry officer for pharmaceutical affairs. Discussions…
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