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There’s a whole lot going on in the world of pharmacy benefit management and we’re here to tell you all about it. From news about changes in prescription drug approvals, uses and warnings, to deep dives into the business of PBMs, you’ll find it all here. 

VativoRx Joins MHA: A New Chapter Begins

The world of healthcare is dynamic, continuously evolving with new challenges and opportunities. At VativoRx, we’ve always believed in the power of innovation, collaboration, and dedication to ensure that we provide the best rebate management solutions in the industry. Today, we’re thrilled to announce our latest milestone: VativoRx is now an official associate member of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA)!

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Unveiling the Future: Navigating the Evolving Landscape of 340B Rebates.

The 340B Drug Pricing Program, established in 1992, has been a crucial component of the healthcare system, dedicated to assisting eligible healthcare organizations in serving vulnerable patient populations by granting them access to discounted drugs. At the heart of this program are the 340B rebates, which enable qualifying entities such as safety-net hospitals, community health centers, and other eligible providers to acquire medications at significantly reduced prices.

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Humira – The End of an Era

In January 2023, the first biosimilar version of Humira, which is a widely used injectable drug for inflammatory diseases, was approved, marking the end of AbbVie’s two-decade market exclusivity. Humira is used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis, and it works by targeting certain proteins in the immune system.

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Biosimilars — Similar But Not Identical

You may have never heard of biosimilar drugs and that’s probably because they are not commonly prescribed in the United States even though they have been around for over 20 years. So, what are biosimilar drugs? A biosimilar drug is no different in terms of safety and effectiveness than a biologic product, also known as a reference product, and while highly similar it is not identical.

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Lower Cost Prescription Drugs from Canada, Is It Legal?

In the early 2000s, the FDA set up guidelines in the Regulatory Procedures Manual (RPM) that permitted prescription drugs to be imported from other countries if the patient met very strict guidelines. Just stating that the patient needed the drug due to cost savings was not a justification to obtain the drug.

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