Insight into the Biosimilar Prescribing Habits of Rheumatologists

The competitive pricing of biosimilars in France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the U.K. and Japan is a vital reason for the increased use of biosimilars and success in these regions. GlobalData believes a clear financial incentive is needed to increase biosimilar use in the U.S. and Australia.

Michele B. Kaufman, PharmD, BCGP, is a freelance medical writer based in New York City and a pharmacist at New York Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital.

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