KPA seeks for compulsory smaller packaging units of solid forms

Recently, the Korea Pharmaceutical Association unveiled its plan to push for a compulsory smaller packaging unit system of solid forms (tablets and capsules) as part of its efforts to cope with surging stockpiles of drug inventories at medical institution.

The KPA noted that of a total of 31,825 drugs registered in the Health Insurance Review Agency, 15,388 are currently reimbursed by the Na...