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And so pharma profiteers again

World of DTC Marketing

The argument is that this is the only way to cover research and development (R&D) cost for new drugs. The main US industry lobby group Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) says : “On average, it takes 10-15 years and costs $2.6 But even so, sales cover costs many times over.

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Entry-Level Pharma Sales: It's More Than Just a Job Search (Here's Why)

Contrarian Sales Techniques

Are your interest piqued by the words ‘pharmaceutical sales’? Let’s look at the exciting possibilities, essential skills, and valuable resources that can prepare you for success with the entry-level pharmaceutical sales. Internships: While less common than seeking full-time jobs, this could still be a possible intent.

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US Democrats’ blockbuster budget bill could spell big changes for drug prices

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Chief among these provisions is that the bill will allow, and indeed require, Medicare, the US’s government-run insurance program for older Americans, to negotiate drug prices with pharmaceutical companies in some cases, something it historically has not been allowed to do.