Explained|Govt caps trade margins on 137 cancer drugs at 30%: NPPA

Cancer drug prices: Ministry caps trade margins at 30 percent for 137 anti-cancer medicines to lower costs. NPPA directs manufacturers to submit revised MRP within seven days, ensuring essential treatments remain affordable and accessible nationwide.
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