The Power of Pills: Social, Ethical and Legal Issues in Drug Development, Marketing and Pricing

The Power of Pills: Social, Ethical and Legal Issues in Drug Development, Marketing and Pricing

• Comprehensive Analysis of the Pharmaceutical Industry: Explores the social, ethical, legal, and economic challenges surrounding drug discovery, development, marketing, and pricing.
• Ethics in Drug Development: Examines ethical issues in clinical research, patient safety, informed consent, regulatory approval, and the responsibilities of pharmaceutical companies.
• Healthcare Policy and Drug Pricing: Discusses the impact of drug pricing, intellectual property rights, patents, market competition, and global access to essential medicines.
• Legal and Regulatory Perspectives: Covers pharmaceutical laws, government regulations, healthcare policies, and the legal frameworks governing drug approval and marketing.
• Real-World Case Studies: Presents practical examples and policy discussions that highlight the complex relationship between pharmaceutical innovation, public health, and commercial interests.
• Essential Resource for Healthcare and Policy Professionals: An excellent reference for students, researchers, pharmacists, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and anyone interested in pharmaceutical ethics, health economics, and drug regulation.