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The debate on DTC marketing is going to heat up again

World of DTC Marketing

SUMMARY: DTC marketing is not the reason why prescription drugs cost so much. Here are some myths around DTC marketing: 1ne: DTC ads result in patients asking for prescriptions they don’t need. They research the drug online and ask their physician about it if they decide it’s a treatment option.

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UK approves prescription-only melatonin drug for childhood ADHD

Pharmaceutical Technology

Melatonin has a prescription-only status and is strictly regulated in the UK, making this the first time it has been approved for use in this indication. Colonis Pharma is a subsidiary company within Clinigen. Prescription-only vs OTC. The therapy is listed in October’s drug tariff at £155.57 ($171.91) for a 150ml bottle.

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Is DTC effective?

World of DTC Marketing

Among the 26% of respondents who talked to a health care provider about a specific prescription drug they saw advertised, 16% said they received a prescription for the advertised drug. Online research is used to evaluate new prescription drugs. But is this really true across all DTC? Is TV the best channel?

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Leading speciality pharmacies in pharma

Pharmaceutical Technology

Pharmaceutical Technology has listed the top speciality pharmacies in pharma based on its intel, insights, and decades of experience in the sector. Communication and follow-up with the physician. Patient monitoring for safety and efficacy. Prescription refill and renewal. Patient monitoring for safety and efficacy.

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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. 1435 (“Affordable Prescriptions for Patients Act of 2021”), [link] gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/1435/text; H.R. Actavis, 570 U.S. 136 (2013), [link] opinions/12pdf/12-416_m5n0.pdf.

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Gaining Market Access in Emerging Markets – Take Action!

Clarity Engagement Solutions

Traditionally the pharma industry relied on the volume of prescriptions made. The process of approval was simple: once the data showed the efficacy, safety and reliability to the regulatory agencies, the drug was approved. The product was then targeted to specific physicians and dispensed to pharmacies.

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Gaining Market Access in Emerging Markets – Take Action!

Clarity Engagement Solutions

Traditionally the pharma industry relied on the volume of prescriptions made. The process of approval was simple: once the data showed the efficacy, safety and reliability to the regulatory agencies, the drug was approved. The product was then targeted to specific physicians and dispensed to pharmacies. – Channel.