Tag: pharmaceuticals
India approves first-of-its-kind pediatric eyedrop as myopia rates surge
In a significant development for paediatric eye care, India has become the first country to approve a new formulation of eye drops specifically designed to slow the progression of myopia in children. The approval, granted by the Central Drugs Standard […]
Global medical costs to remain high in 2025, survey finds
Medical costs are expected to rise globally at an average rate of 10.4% in 2025, continuing the double-digit growth seen in 2024 and 2023, according to the WTW global medical trends survey that covers 348leading health insurers and 90 markets […]
Alpro Foundation initiates safe medication disposal campaign in Malaysia
Improper disposal of pharmaceuticals and expired medicines, such as flushing them down the toilet or throwing them in the trash, contaminates water sources, according to the Alpro Foundation, the corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm of Alpro Pharmacy—Malaysia’s largest prescription pharmacy […]
Tomato Skin Pill Could Help Cut Stroke Risk
A pill containing lycopene – a chemical found in tomato skin can cut the risk of strokes and reduce the progression of cancer, states study. The pill, called Ateronon had previously been shown to help unclog blocked arteries, and which […]
Dangerous to Buy Drugs Online
A report by Pfizer and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society has revealed the huge number of people buying prescription drugs online. According to the report by pharmacists, 50% of customers are picking up drugs online and this is partly due to […]
GE Healthcare Partners With China’s BGI For Stem Cell Drug Discovery
CHINA – GE Healthcare and BGI announced a pioneering multi-year research collaboration in stem cell science. The objective of the collaboration is to help advance the potential global utility of stem cell-derived assays for use in drug discovery and toxicity testing […]
Marken opens Seoul office
SOUTH KOREA – Supply chain service provider, Marken has opened its first office in South Korea. The office will manage customer service operations and offer local service to its customers who currently operate in the country. Marken currently operates in […]
