AAM Calls For Congress And FDA To End Shortages By Easing Up On Generics Quality, Pricing
Executive Summary
Remote inspection alternatives could allow quicker resolution of quality issues that are holding up US imports, says association for generic drug manufacturers. AAM adds that adjusting a Medicaid inflation penalty could relieve unfair price pressures.
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