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Should we be worried about pharma’s supply chain?

World of DTC Marketing

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) believes the adulteration of heparin was an economically motivated act—a clear breach of the US pharmaceutical supply chain. The answer lies in both an outdated way we develop prescription drugs and the continued quest for the next big blockbuster. In other words, money over safety.

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A Powerful Point-of-Sale Partnership that Delivers on the Promise of Affordable Insulin

PM360

In March of this year the three largest insulin manufacturers announced a dramatic reduction in the price of many commonly prescribed insulins and a monthly out-of-pocket (OOP) cap of $35 that went into effect in May. The price is available to cash-paying patients with a valid prescription. for only $35. References: 1.

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10 New Solutions, Strategies, and Devices to Boost Adherence

PM360

One reason for this growth is an increasing demand for personalized healthcare technologies as patients look for advances in how healthcare is delivered following the pandemic. Unlike other formulary optimization solutions, Levrx delivers plan-specific and real-time prescription insights. billion in 2030 at a CAGR of 9.2%.

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US legislative update: takeaways for European pharma

European Pharmaceutical Review

In the current US Congressional session, Congress has focused heavily on legislation directed at reducing prescription drug prices. The new law will also require drug manufacturers to pay rebates to Medicare if they increase drug prices faster than consumer inflation. Actavis, 570 U.S. 136 (2013), [link] opinions/12pdf/12-416_m5n0.pdf.

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Everything You Need to Know About Market Access in China

PM360

Given China’s status as the world’s second most populous nation and an economic powerhouse, it represents both a monumental market opportunity and a dynamic arena of challenges for pharmaceutical products. In 2021, the out-of-pocket (OOP) cost accounts for 28% of the whole healthcare expenses compared to 15.4% billion people in 2023).

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New IFPMA and EFPIA guidance on use of social media by the pharmaceutical industry

pharmaphorum

The Guidance will act as a non-binding and evolving resource for companies and provide additional clarification about communications with healthcare professionals (HCPs), healthcare organisations (HCOs), patient organisations (POs), and other stakeholders, including the general public.

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Diversity and inclusion in oncology clinical trials

Clarify Health

With the myriad of guidance and recommendations to boost diversity and inclusion in oncology trials, , biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturers are left to interpret the criteria and implement them through tangible action. Clarify launched its real-world evidence on health disparities in 2021.