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Why India rejected a patent application for shorter drug-resistant TB treatment

The decision could open the door to greater generic competition, but its impact on treatment costs will depend on drug availability, pricing, and access to care

Why India rejected a patent application for shorter drug-resistant TB treatment
Why India rejected a patent application for shorter drug-resistant TB treatment | Explained — image via The Hindu Health feed — Credit: Storywire

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The decision could open the door to greater generic competition, but its impact on treatment costs will depend on drug availability, pricing, and access to care

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