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New ethical guidance for paediatric clinical trials

European Pharmaceutical Review

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have published initial guidance deliberating how ethical it is for children to take part in research trials. Instead, doctors have had no choice but to use and prescribe suitable products which unfortunately, have not been assessed for safety or efficacy by the FDA.

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It’s National Doctors’ Day, But What Is Your Brand Doing to Help Them in Their Work EVERY Day?

Eversana Intouch

National Doctors’ Day, celebrated on March 30, honors these healthcare professionals for their work and their dedication to their patients and their communities. Perhaps consider celebrating National Doctors’ Day by considering how you can improve your own outreach to them! On Speakers Programs and PhRMA’s Updated Ethics Code.

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Understanding the Role of a Medical Representative: A Balanced View

Contrarian Sales Techniques

Med reps provide information about their products, explain their benefits and side effects, and try to convince doctors and other healthcare providers to prescribe or use them. Balancing Act: Ethics and Regulations Recognizing the potential conflicts of interest in this field, there are strict regulations and ethical guidelines in place.

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Unlocking Pharma Sales Success: Is NAPSRx's CNPR Certification Your Golden Key?

Contrarian Sales Techniques

They're prepped to talk shop with doctors and pharmacists, understanding both the science and the sales strategy. Can this person charm the socks off a doctor in a crowded clinic? Ethical Considerations: NAPSRx emphasizes ethical practices in pharmaceutical sales, an aspect that's critically important in the healthcare industry.

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The Dark Side of KOL Relationship

Contrarian Sales Techniques

It was marketed aggressively to doctors and was touted as a safer alternative to other pain relievers on the market. This led to accusations that the company had influenced doctors to prescribe the drug, even though it was potentially dangerous. One of the most notable cases was the Vioxx scandal in the early 2000s.

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The 5 Best Pharmaceutical Sales Training Programs

MedReps

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) – offers its 100% online Pharmaceutical Representative Certification (PRC) program, which teaches medical terminology, pharma ethics, and presentation skills. They’ll also teach you how to analyze medical studies, an essential skill that builds your credibility with doctors.

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Endotoxin testing: the international regulatory landscape

European Pharmaceutical Review

At Roche, we see it as our ethical and environmental responsibility to support the use of alternative methods that prioritise animal welfare while ensuring the safety of our patients and the quality of our products. These methods aim to impede animal suffering by reducing dependence on horseshoe crab blood.

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