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Boryung¡¯s Pomalyst generic first to be reimbursed in Korea

By Lee, Tak-Sun | translator Alice Kang

25.01.20 05:45:24

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Boryung will be the first in Korea to receive reimbursement for its generic version of Pomalyst (pomalidomide, BMS), a multiple myeloma treatment. As a product from an innovative pharmaceutical company, the drug also receives premium pricing.

According to industry sources on the 17th, four dosage forms (1, 2, 3, and 4 mg) of Boryung's ¡®Pomalikin Cap¡¯ that contains pomalidomide will be listed for reimbursement on February 1.

The insurance price ceiling was set at KRW 132,184 for the 1mg, KRW 132,493 for the 2mg, KRW 134,140 for the 3mg, and KRW 135,271 for the 4mg formulation. This is 53.55% of the highest list price, plus a 68% premium granted as a product by an innovative pharmaceutic

Lee, Tak-Sun(hooggasi2@dailypharm.com)
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