Regulating Pharmaceuticals in Europe (European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies)

Taking a broad perspective that encompasses institutional, political and supranational aspects of pharmaceutical regulation, this book examines the approaches used to manage pharmaceutical expenditure through various factors across Europe and what impact these strategies have had on efficiency, quality, equity and cost, of pharmaceutical care. Chapters written by leading health policy analysts review recent evidence and experience in Europe, describing, analysing and comparing the successes and failures of specific initiatives to regulate the pharmaceutical market.