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Social media and prescription drugs: A study

World of DTC Marketing

QUICK READ: A two-month analysis of social media and prescription drugs found the number one reason online health seekers use social media is to share and ask questions about medication side effects. The posts that led to the highest engagement were around potential side effects.

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Can pharma really leverage social media?

World of DTC Marketing

Tik-Tok, Instagram, and other social media channels may soon be overwhelmed with pharma companies’ content, but is it a good idea? Pharma companies have policies that heavily restrict their use of social media and limit their ability to benefit from the wealth of data that could accompany it. What about social media options?

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5 Proven Social Media Marketing Strategies for Pharma Brands

Pharma Marketing Network

In the world of pharmaceutical marketing, social media marketing strategies are more than a trend; they’re a necessity. But with strict regulations and evolving consumer expectations, how do pharma brands navigate the digital landscape effectively? Are you trying to engage healthcare professionals (HCPs), patients, or caregivers?

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Online health seekers after the pandemic

World of DTC Marketing

What really surprised me was the use of social media to research Rx drugs. Some people complained about side effects, but there were many more questions about when to take medications and how to get help with costs. ” So has healthcare really changed after the pandemic? The answer to that is generally no.

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Online health seekers are having a tough time

World of DTC Marketing

Drug side effects are among the most talked about in social media, and patients are more concerned about side effects. They may not be willing to risk potential side effects like pancreatitis. Even the main channel media is reporting contradicting information on COVID vaccines.

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Should you change your DTC marketing buckets?

World of DTC Marketing

We’re finding that healthcare treatment choices vary wildly by health condition. Despite all the emphasis on healthcare this year, the number one channel to quickly build awareness is still TV. We also see a decline in trust in social media posts about branded prescription drugs.

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The immediate future of DTC

World of DTC Marketing

Business magazines are writing about the “digital future” of healthcare but are consumers ready? It needs to be a total digital marketing integrated effort that considers social media and third party websites like patients like me. Much has changed but a lot is also the same. Some are, but most aren’t.

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