Clean Sweep For German Rx-To-OTC Switches Of Next-Gen Pain And Cough Treatments
Executive Summary
Germany’s Expert Committee for Prescription has recommended three novel Rx-to-OTC switch applications: analgesics dexibuprofen and ibuprofen/paracetamol single-pill combinations, and cough treatment levodropropizine.
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