Japan Generic Drug Society Starts Trial To Share Generic Use Information
This article was originally published in PharmAsia News
Executive Summary
In a new push to promote generic drug use, Japan Society for Generic Medicines plans to start a pilot program to share generic drug dispensing information between hospitals and pharmacies. The trial will select three hospitals and aims to share generic drug list and information generated by the hospitals, so pharmacies can reduce costs in selecting and stocking generic drugs. The plan was applauded by Japan's Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare and the MHLW said it will consider financial support for the program. (Click here for more - Japanese language