|Articles|March 3, 2023

News Roundup: February 27 to March 3

Your weekly roundup of the latest news from Drug Topics®.

Eli Lilly Slashing Insulin Prices, Capping Monthly Out of Pocket Costs For Many

The pharmaceutical giant announced a 70% price reduction for most of its commonly sold insulin.

FDA Accepts Verrica's Resumbitted NDA for VP-102

VP-102 hopes to treat molluscum contagiosum, pending approval from FDA

CMS Not Willing To Expand Alzheimer's Drug Coverage

CMS has no plans to change their coverage and approval process, which the Alzheimer's Association believes is standing between patients and treatment.

FDA Accepts Supplemental BLA For Nivolumab For Melanoma

The PDFUA date for the drug is October 13, 2023.

How a Bill Becomes a Law: Pharmacy Legislation to Watch

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News Roundup: February 27 to March 3

Eli Lilly Slashing Insulin Prices, Capping Monthly Out of Pocket Costs For Many

FDA Accepts Verrica's Resumbitted NDA for VP-102

CMS Not Willing To Expand Alzheimer's Drug Coverage

FDA Accepts Supplemental BLA For Nivolumab For Melanoma

How a Bill Becomes a Law: Pharmacy Legislation to Watch

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