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Center-Left Owned by Mathrubhumi Printing & Publishing Co.Cancer drug prices slashed: Revised MRPs of 1,364 formulations come into effect
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Revised MRPs of 1,364 anti‑cancer formulations took effect on Monday, projected to save consumers about Rs 3,540.38 crore per year. The Department of Pharmaceuticals reported that 679 brands saw price cuts exceeding 50%, with the biggest reduction of 96.45%. The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority is the agency overseeing the pricing.
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According to the Ministry, 85 pharmaceutical companies have reported revised MRPs for 1,364 anti-cancer formulations across 121 drugs as of November 8, 2026
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New Delhi: Revised Maximum Retail Prices (MRPs) of 1,364 anti-cancer formulations have come into effect from Monday, a move projected to save consumers an estimated Rs 3,540.38 crore annually, according to an official release. The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), functioning under…
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Revised MRPs of 1,364 anti-cancer formulations have taken effect in India, saving consumers an estimated Rs 3,540 crore annually.
