Orphan drugs: battleground between social responsibility and concern for the bottom line
Article Abstract:
Pharmaceutical researchers discover beneficial but unprofitable new drugs distributed for compassionate reasons, at no profit to the manufacturer. National Cancer Institute takes over research on some of these "orphan" drugs.
Publication Name: American Druggist
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0190-5279
Year: 1981
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Some mfrs weigh promoting Rx brand names to patients
Article Abstract:
Drug manufacturers may aim advertising at patients and provide information for consumer choice.
Publication Name: American Druggist
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0190-5279
Year: 1981
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