A Named Patient Program (NPP) provides patients and physicians access to commercially approved medicines that are unavailable in their own country. These medicines must be approved in at least one country, from which they can be legally imported under an NPP.

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Eligible Medicines under NPP

• Approved but not yet commercially available in the patient’s country.

• Approved and available in one country but not approved in the patient’s country.

• Discontinued in the patient’s country but available elsewhere.

• In shortage in the patient’s country but accessible in another.

 

For more information on NPP, please refer to the relevant sections below.

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For Physicians

 

Pharmaceutical companies do not always make their products available in every region, creating challenges for physicians who require specific treatments for their patients. Additionally, medicines that were once available may become discontinued or face shortages.

Through a Named Patient Program, physicians can legally access these essential medicines from other countries.

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How VHG Pharma Supports Physicians:​

• Global Sourcing: We procure medicines from all regions of the world.

• Regulatory & Logistical Handling: We navigate complex regulations to ensure compliant and seamless drug delivery.

• Ensuring Safe Usage: We collaborate with physicians to provide necessary quality assurance and clinical information.

If you are a physician seeking access to an unavailable medication, please place an enquiry with us.

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For Sponsors​

Pharmaceutical sponsors typically focus on select key markets, such as the US, Europe, and Japan. However, expanding access to their products beyond these commercialization plans can offer significant benefits.

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Why Sponsors Should Consider an NPP:​

• Ethical and Regulatory Compliance: Address unsolicited patient requests in a controlled manner.

• Market Expansion: Introduce products to physicians in new regions, building Key Opinion Leader (KOL) networks.

• Future Commercial Growth: Establish a patient base that can transition to commercial products upon approval.

• Additional Revenue Generation: Monetize access to medicines in new territories.

Navigating international pharmaceutical regulations can be complex. VHG Pharma has extensive experience in helping sponsors distribute products in new regions.

If you are a sponsor interested in making your medicines available in currently restricted markets, please contact us.

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For Patients

Finding yourself in need of a medicine that is unavailable in your home country can be overwhelming. If your physician determines that a medicine available in another country is suitable for your treatment, they will need assistance in obtaining it.

How VHG Pharma Assists Patients

• Physician Support: We help physicians access unapproved or unavailable medicines for their patients.

• Regulatory Assurance: We ensure compliance with legal requirements for safe importation.

• Comprehensive Quality Control: We provide physicians with all necessary documentation to ensure safe prescription and administration.

If you require a medicine that is not available in your country, speak to your physician or healthcare professional about the Named Patient Program and ask them to contact us. We will work directly with your physician to explore your options and facilitate access to the required treatment.