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Viatris Pauses Shipments of Polyful, Other Drugs over Manufacturing Issues

June 20, 2025
Viatris Pharmaceuticals Japan has halted shipments of several drugs in Japan, including its irritable bowel syndrome treatment Polyful Tablets (polycarbophil calcium), citing issues at a local contract manufacturing site. The company shared the news with healthcare providers on June 19…

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