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US FDA approves Blueprint Medicines’ indolent systemic mastocytosis therapy

Pharmaceutical Technology

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval for Blueprint Medicines’ Ayvakit (avapritinib) as the first and only treatment for indolent systemic mastocytosis (ISM) in adult patients. The precision therapy has been designed for potently and selectively inhibiting KIT D816V, which is the main underlying driver of the disease.

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The Changing Role of Diagnostic Labs in Personalized Oncology Care

Fierce Pharma

By Yuri Fesko, MD | Our latest white paper, delves deep into the symbiotic relationship between diagnostic labs, pharmaceutical companies, and healthcare providers in the era of precision medicine.

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Improving Access to Medicine: The Role of Pharma Companies in Emerging Markets

PM360

Access to medicines have persisting and systemic differences across the globe and within countries. It is estimated that nearly two billion people globally do not have access to essential medicines. Traditionally, pharmaceutical companies have not prioritized emerging markets as part of their access strategy.

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Parallel import of medicinal products: regulatory update

European Pharmaceutical Review

Parallel import of medicinal products is one of the basic and admissible forms of international trade in the European Union (EU) market, based on the principle of free movement of goods established by the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union.

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Buying Medicines and Choosing Healthcare Options in Malaysia

Contrarian Sales Techniques

To sum it up, there are several things to keep in mind when making decisions related to healthcare in Malaysia. When buying medicines, it is important to be cautious of counterfeit products and to do your research before purchasing to ensure that you are getting quality products.

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The Role of ChatGPT in Enhancing Pharma Marketing Efficiency and Effectiveness

PM360

ChatGPT is poised to revolutionize the pharmaceutical industry by providing innovative communication and marketing strategies. Enriching Real-Time Communication AI-powered chatbots can help pharma marketers offer healthcare practitioners guidance on products and to make informed decisions about medications for their patients.

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Pharmacy Focus Episode 51: Combatting the Opioid Epidemic in the Emergency Medicine Space

Pharmacy Times

There are some great resources out there to help educate patients and healthcare providers to combat the epidemic, according to Dr. Deutsch.