Japan’s cost-effectiveness assessment (CEA) panel has approved a revised handling policy for the CEA system for FY2026, with the health…
BUSINESS
Drug Wholesalers Slam “No-Discussion” Decision on FY2027 Off-Year Price Revision
Japanese pharmaceutical wholesalers are pushing back against the government’s plan to “steadily implement” an off-year drug price revision in FY2027, arguing that the decision was made without sufficient debate and could undermine efforts to shore up stable drug supplies. The…
To read the full story
Related Article
BUSINESS
- Pharma Fears Off-Year Price Reform Loses Traction after LDP Sweep
February 10, 2026
- Chugai’s Hemlibra Successor Shows Promise in PI/II Study
February 10, 2026
- Leqembi Subcutaneous Autoinjector Gets Priority Review in China
February 10, 2026
- Leqembi Global Sales Hit 61.8 Billion Yen in April-December: Eisai
February 9, 2026
- Marubeni Rolls Out Antibiotic Xenleta in China
February 9, 2026
Japan’s Biological Raw Material Rules Enter Major Revision; Clarity on Benefits and Safety Holds Key
Japan is poised to make the most sweeping revision in eight years to the Standards for Biological Raw Materials —…
The Japanese healthcare sector is experiencing rapid growth, demanding a highly skilled and diverse workforce. However, finding and attracting the best talent in this competitive market presents significant challenges.Enter AI. With the rise of AI-powered tools, healthcare organizations can revolutionize…
Japan’s Central Social Insurance Medical Council (Chuikyo) on November 5 approved the reimbursement listing for a slate of new medicines,…
The Japanese government on March 7 announced new NHI prices to be applied in the FY2025 drug price revision, revealing…
The Japanese government approved a bill to amend the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices (PMD) Act at its Cabinet meeting on…
Japan’s health ministry doled out regulatory approvals for a throng of new medicines on December 27 including Eli Lilly’s obesity…
Japan’s all-important reimbursement policy panel on December 20 approved an outline of drug pricing reforms for FY2024, which enshrines a…