AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCancer Drug Access: The NPPA has revised prices for 543 anti-cancer medicine brands, with cuts of up to 93% taking effect November 9; some high-cost, single-source medicines are excluded. Meanwhile, a flood-damaged Pfizer plant in Gujarat is not expected to reopen until 2028, prolonging shortages of several chemotherapy drugs. Medicine Safety: The government has barred imports of medicines with less than a year of shelf life remaining. Pharma Exports: India’s drug exports rose 4.9% to $16.14 billion in the first half of FY27, led by stronger shipments to Europe as exports to North America slipped. Mental Health: Fortis psychiatrist Samir Parikh says three-quarters of people experiencing mental health difficulties still do not seek professional help.
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