Japan Pharmaceutical Information
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This article is a summary of international medical information and is not medical advice; it cannot replace the diagnosis or treatment plan of your attending physician. The medical technologies, drug information and clinical data presented here are compiled from public literature and official statements of major Japanese medical institutions; the applicability and outcome of any therapy vary with each patient and must be assessed individually by a qualified physician.
- March 6, 2016
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Some drugs that are already approved in Japan have not yet been approved for use in Taiwan. Foreign patients still need to visit a physician for consultation and obtain a prescription before receiving medication. Some patients make a trip to Japan to see a doctor and get their medication. While drug pricing information is available online, Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare recently announced new pharmaceutical pricing policies effective from April 1, 2016. Cancer drug prices have been adjusted; interested parties can refer to the link below for current information.
http://www.mhlw.go.jp/topics/2016/04/tp20160401-01.html
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