NPPA issues updated MRP list for 543 anti-cancer medicine brands
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has published a revised list of Maximum Retail Prices (MRP) for 543 brands of anti-cancer medicines, effective from November 9. This update reflects price submissions from manufacturers up to October 27 and will continue to be adjusted as new prices are provided. Significant reductions include RPG Life Sciences Limited's Fulbreca, which will drop from over 26,000 rupees to 5,049 rupees, and Abbott Healthcare's BEVACIZAB, reduced from over 21,767 rupees to nearly 5,930 rupees. The NPPA's revisions follow its October 17 announcement aimed at reducing trade margins for 137 non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs, promoting affordability and access to cancer treatment.
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