- Policy
- MFDS reviews emergency import of 'anakinra'
- by Lee, Hye-Kyung Jul 7, 2025 06:08am
- The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) is reportedly conducting a review of whether to urgently import anakinra (brand name Kineret) for the treatment of severe adverse reactions associated with CAR-T cell therapy. On June 2nd, in response to an official inquiry from specialized journalists, MFDS stated, "MFDS is currently reviewing
- Company
- 'Tecentriq' reattempts at lung cancer adjuvant therapy reimb
- by Eo, Yun-Ho Jul 4, 2025 06:06am
- 'Tecentriq,' immunotherapy for cancer, will be submitted again for expanded insurance reimbursement of adjuvant therapy for lung cancer. According to our press coverage, Roche Korea applied for expanded reimbursement of its PD-L1 inhibitor Tecentriq (atezolizumab) and is awaiting review by the Cancer Disease Review Committee (CDRC) of the
- Policy
- National Office of Investigation announces rebate crackdown
- by Lee, Jeong-Hwan Jul 4, 2025 06:06am
- Amidst the National Police Agency's announcement of a special crackdown on illegal drug rebates following the launch of the new administration, the Ministry of Health and Welfare is also busy assessing the situation. The MOHW plans to actively consult with the National Police Agency if it receives a specific request for cooperation to crac
- Opinion
- [Reporter’s View] NHI finances and reimb expansions
- by Lee, Jeong-Hwan Jul 4, 2025 06:06am
- Striking a balance between improving the financial sustainability of the national health insurance system and enhancing patient access to drugs for rare and intractable diseases is a national issue. The two issues that repeatedly come into conflict have long occupied the attention of all political parties in their search for solutions, ye
- Company
- Will the external reference pricing reevals be resumed?
- by Kim, Jin-Gu Jul 4, 2025 06:06am
- Tensions are rising in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry amid speculation that the external reference pricing reevaluations may be pushed forward again in the second half of this year. The industry is reacting sensitively, as the proposal previously discussed by the consultative body could lead to large-scale drug price cuts if adopted as
- Company
- Lilly launches Ebglyss in Korea… sparks competition
- by Son, Hyung Min Jul 3, 2025 06:12am
- The official launch of Lilly's Ebglyss has expanded treatment options for atopic dermatitis patients in Korea. With the arrival of Ebglyss, the number of biological agents available for the treatment of atopic dermatitis in Korea has increased to three. Experts welcomed the emergence of diverse treatment options but emphasized that there i
- Company
- Will twice-yearly Bayer's 'Eylea' become available in KOR?
- by Eo, Yun-Ho Jul 3, 2025 06:12am
- Twice-yearly administration of 'Eylea,' used to treat eye disease, is anticipated to be possible in South Korea. The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) is conducting a review of the expanded indication for the administration of Bayer Korea's high-dose Eylea (aflibercept) 8 mg at intervals of up to 6-months. The approval is expected i
- Company
- Pharma tries to flip the returned out-licensing of new drugs
- by Son, Hyung Min Jul 3, 2025 06:11am
- New drug candidates from Korean pharmaceutical companies, which were previously returned after technology transfer, are now re-entering the clinical stage and proving their potential. Attention is focused on whether these candidates will re-label their past failures and demonstrate technological potential. According to industry sources on Jul
- Company
- SK Bioscience invests billions in the post-pandemic era
- by Chon, Seung-Hyun Jul 3, 2025 06:10am
- SK Bioscience has taken proactive steps to discover new growth engines in preparation for the post-pandemic era. The company has invested KRW 81.5 billion to expand its vaccine plant in Andong and approximately KRW 300 billion for the acquisition of a German CDMO biotech company. The construction of its headquarters, research center, and factory
- Company
- AbbVie Korea launches new glaucoma treatment 'XEN 63'
- by Whang, byung-woo Jul 3, 2025 06:08am
- AbbVie Korea announced on July 1 that it has launched XEN 63, a new option for glaucoma treatment in patients whose intraocular pressure (IOP) is not controlled by previous glaucoma surgery or existing medicines. With the expansion of the XEN Gel Implant portfolio, including XEN 45, patients now have a wider range of personalized treatment
