NICE Backs Pfizer’s Xalkori In Lung Cancer After Firm Cuts Price (Again)
Executive Summary
Pfizer’s oral therapy Xalkori (criotinib) for ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer wins backing by the UK HTA after drug maker offers bigger discount than previously made and more supporting data.
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