This is a late stage cancer drug, delays death by 6 months to 5 years for liver and kidney cancer patient. Even after 97% reduction most Indian households may not be able to afford it .
Government wants to buy it and distribute through government and aided hospitals, that is the principal reason behind it.
According to statistics there about 200 Indians using it, even if can save a additional thousand lives it is worth passing this compulsory licensing
Government wants to buy it and distribute through government and aided hospitals, that is the principal reason behind it.
According to statistics there about 200 Indians using it, even if can save a additional thousand lives it is worth passing this compulsory licensing