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Generic Pharmaceuticals Day Commemorative Seminar

The NPO Generic Drug Association (GEDA), led by Chairman Yoshiteru Watanabe, is dedicated to the promotion and enlightenment of generic pharmaceuticals. As part of its efforts, GEDA established December 22 as Generic Pharmaceuticals Day in October 2019, with the aim of raising awareness about the importance of generic medicines. Since then, various initiatives have been organized annually to align with this special day.

This year, a lecture discussion will take place on Monday, December 22, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM. All are welcome to join!

Event Details:

• - Date and Time: December 22, 2023 (Monday) from 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
• - Location: Kiyama Club, 2-6-2 Hitotsubashi, Chiyoda, Tokyo
• - Theme: Entering the Era of 90% Generic Drug Replacement Rates: Considering the Systematization of Pharmaceutical Information Management

Featured Presentation:

When Old Drug Information Disappears, What Should Pharmacists Do?
Presented by Nobuyuki Goto, Researcher, Meijo University School of Pharmacy & Senior Fellow at Fukui University.

Industry Reporting:

Reports will be shared from Sawai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., featuring presentations by Mr. Kazushi Kawahara, Head of the Pharmaceutical Information Center, and Chief Ms. Aki Ishihara.

Interactive Discussion:

Join us for a comprehensive discussion on pharmaceutical information management, led by Chairman Yoshiteru Watanabe. Panelists include Mr. Nobuyuki Goto and Mr. Takao Orii, representative of the Pharmaceutical Information Standardization Promotion Council.

Participation Instructions:
The event is free and open to non-members. To ensure adequate preparations at the venue, please inform us of your attendance in advance by contacting the secretariat at:

• - Email: [email protected]
• - Phone: 090-4214-3758.

As we move into 2023, GEDA is actively working on proposals regarding government-discussed generic pharmaceuticals strategies, focusing on maintaining and nurturing the generic drug industry. This year's discussions will center on the systematization of pharmaceutical information, specifically addressing the challenges posed by the withdrawal of branded drugs from the market, ensuring that vital information is rigorously managed.

This issue has been a topic of ongoing discussion, especially as the trend of selecting therapies progresses with many expected withdrawals of established branded medicines. The government's Public-Private Council Working Group for Improving Drug Discovery Power has also raised concerns about information provision after the withdrawal of branded drugs, which GEDA deems essential to address.

What is Generic Pharmaceuticals Day?

December 22 marks Generic Pharmaceuticals Day, officially registered with the Japan Anniversary Association on October 29, 2019. The date commemorates the announcement from the Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare on December 22, 1997, which established scientific criteria for approving generic medicines.

About the NPO Generic Drug Association

Our association aims to broaden the understanding of generic drugs and their anticipated roles in healthcare, and to promote their proper dissemination.

Organizational Overview:

• - Name: Generic Drug Association, Japan
• - Location: Ota, Tokyo
• - Representative: Yoshiteru Watanabe, Chairman (Honorary Professor, Tohoku Medical and Pharmaceutical University)
• - Established: May 25, 2007
• - Website: http://www.ge-da.org/

Core Activities:

1. Strategic research to promote the distribution of generic drugs.
2. Enhancement of quality assurance for generic pharmaceuticals.
3. Advocacy efforts directed at the national and local governments, and related organizations.
4. Awareness-raising activities, information sharing, and fostering public dialogue regarding generic drugs.
5. Evaluation and feedback on policy effectiveness.
6. Educational initiatives aimed at the public through open seminars and workshops.

Contact Information

NPO Generic Drug Association
Phone: 090-4214-3758 (Weekdays 9 AM - 5 PM)
Email: [email protected]

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