Can a Drug Have Multiple Orphan Drug Designations? Exploring the Complexities of Pharmacology and Rare Diseases
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According to a 2020 study, 108 branded drugs approved between 1983 and 2017 in the U.S. had multiple orphan indications, demonstrating that a drug can have multiple orphan drug designations. This practice of pursuing multiple indications for the same drug has significant implications for patients, pharmaceutical companies, and the broader healthcare system.
