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NPPA caps trade margin on 137 non-scheduled anti-cancer medicines at 30% of MRP

India's NPPA capped trade margins on 137 non-scheduled anti-cancer medicines at 30% of MRP, which led companies to cut MRPs substantially and is expected to save patients and the system an estimated ₹3,541 crore.

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Targets 137 non-scheduled anti-cancer medicinesitem30% Trade Margin Cappolicy

Source

On October 17, 2026, the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) capped the trade margin on 137 non-scheduled anti-cancer medicines, including patented ones, at 30% of the maximum retail price (MRP); revised prices take effect on November 9, 2026
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  • Duration or review period of the cap

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Decision maker
National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA)
Country
India

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