Pay-for-Delay Bill Aimed At Blocking Brand/Generic Deals Gets Lower-Than-Expected Savings Estimate
Executive Summary
CREATES Act and 180-day exclusivity reforms also in legislation headed to US House floor, even as generic industry remains opposed to two of the three main provisions. The Rx pricing language is bundled with Obamacare language designed to force a tough vote by Republicans.
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