Explained: Why China factor has led to an increase in price of Heparin; will other drugs follow? | Explained News,The Indian Express

Explained: Why China factor has led to an increase in price of Heparin; will other drugs follow? | Explained News,The Indian Express

Explained: Why China factor has led to an increase in price of Heparin; will other drugs follow?

JULY 2, 2020 5:27:18 PM

The heparin sodium API for the injections made in India majorly comes from China, according to pharma companies. Some industry bodies say there are not many alternative manufacturers for the API, especially in India.