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FDA approves nine generics for Lyrica drug
The FDA has announced that it has granted approval to the first nine generic drug applications for Pfizer’s Lyrica treatment.
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China announces generic drug list to reduce pharmaceutical costs
Chinese government introduces initiative to enable generic drugs to enter market and reduce prices.
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US drugmakers allegedly collude on generic price hikes
A coalition of 43 attorneys general allege generic drug manufacturers colluded, overcharging US states and consumers billions.
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Japanese pharma market set for strong growth in 2019
The report, published from CPhI Japan 2019, highlights the country as the second fastest growing mature market for solid dose drugs.
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ESMO drives EU-level action to tackle shortages of essential medicines
Shortages of inexpensive, essential medicines: calling for tangible political commitments in the EU...
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Big pharma blamed for skyrocketing US drug prices
Executives blamed high drug prices on the drugmakers and their pursuit of profits...
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Heart drugs free from carcinogens identified as recalls drag on
The Food and Drug Administration has released a list of 40 drugs used to treat hypertension and heart failure that don’t contain any known carcinogens...
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New generic valsartan approved to address shortages
The FDA has prioritised the review of this drug application after multiple recalls of generic valsartan products from several manufacturers...
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Indian government plans to colour code generics
Colour-coded generics might help consumers differentiate between generics and branded medicines...
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EU measures in support of generic pharmaceuticals producers
The EU is adopting new rules which should boost the competitiveness of EU producers of generic medicines and biosimilar products...
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FDA grant to help increase generic drugs delivered intravaginally or by IUD
Of the 21 drugs designed for delivery directly to the female genital tract, only four have a cost-effective, generic equivalent...
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Rising drug prices linked to older products, study finds
The rising costs of brand-name drugs is largely driven by inflation in the prices of widely used existing drugs, according to a study published in the January issue of Health Affairs...
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Pharmaceutical glass packaging market to grow at 6% CAGR
North America dominates the global market for pharmaceutical glass packaging, due to the region’s technical innovation and strong demand for pharmaceutical products...
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FDA approves first generic versions of Suboxone for opioid dependence
The FDA has approved the first generic versions of Suboxone sublingual film for the treatment of opioid dependence...
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Generic antiplatelet drugs are as effective as brand name counterpart
A study in Canada has demonstrated that generic antiplatelet drugs appear to be as equally effective as a brand name drug for heart patients.