225 new drugs were invented and used in the next 5 years

Recently, the IMS Health Monitoring Organization has released a report: 'Global use of drugs in 2020: Prospects and recommendations'.

There will be many new drugs coming out in five years

According to the report in the next 5 years, 225 new drugs will be invented and put into use mainly in developed countries.

Some drugs will change the treatment of known cancers, cardiovascular disease, hepatitis C, respiratory disease, muscle disorders, forgotten tropical diseases, immune disorders.

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Along with new drugs, in the next five years, technology will have a huge impact on patient care. It is the application of technology to enhance the ability to diagnose cancer, monitor health and help patients comply with the examination schedule as recommended by the doctor.

IMS predicts that most patients with chronic diseases will access smart phone applications and wrist devices to monitor disease signs, physical activity and the effects of treatment.

Future technology is also expected to help insurers keep track of patients' health and the costs they spend to treat the disease.

According to IMS, in the next 5 years, global costs for drugs are expected to increase by 3-6% each year.

The organization predicts that global costs for pharmaceuticals will increase by about 30% from the current $ 1,000 billion to $ 1,300 billion by 2020 due to the emergence of new expensive drugs, rising prices and population. and the increase in the use of generic / generic drugs in developing countries.