Rick on Nostr: Per GEDA, 12/22 1997 (H9) marks when generic medicines were first allowed by MHLW, ...

Per GEDA, 12/22 1997 (H9) marks when generic medicines were first allowed by MHLW, giving Japan consumers access to cheaper alternatives. Med patents expire in ~20 yrs, after which generics can be made. 🇯🇵💊
http://www.ge-da.org/ https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Generic_drug