The legislation that enabled the substitution and usage of life-saving medications, known as biosimilars, was approved by the Nebraska Legislature on a vote of 47-0. The final reading was carried out on the 3rd May, 2017 and the bill will go to Gov. Pete Ricketts for his expected signature following approval. Biosimilars are innovative class of pharmaceuticals that offer various treatment options for healthcare providers and patients, according to Senator John Kuehn of Heartwell, the bill’s sponsor. He further added that biosimilars are cost effective imitations drugs known as biologics that are used for treatment of various diseases such as cancer, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and anemia. They are not exact copies and different from generics.
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“LB 481 is a critical piece of legislation that updates Nebraska statutes to provide guidance for clinicians and dispensers as biosimilar products pass through the FDA approval process.” Kuehn said. “Nebraska becomes the 32nd state to adopt this legislation. Although the FDA is responsible for the approval of biologic and biosimilar medicines and their interchangeability, state law governs the substitution by dispensers when a different biologic is prescribed.”
Commenting on the bill, Senator Kuehn said that this legislation has a power to open new doors for biosimilar medicines, provide more life-changing treatment options, and offer patient safety with the help of communication of all members of the medical team. In addition, it also provides guidance for patients and healthcare professionals with growth in usage of these innovative products. He further added that implementation of new technologies to improve efficiency and safety in healthcare must be carried out. Sensible steps should be taken in this direction to reduce costs and enhance patient outcomes.
Zoe, daughter of Jackie Newman was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis when she was two years old. The server chronic pain caused by the disease was not alleviated by traditional drugs. According to Newman, her daughter underwent traditional treatment for two years. At the age of four, she was eligible for treatment with new type of drug known as biologic. Newman stated that the results were miraculous and it helped her in reduction of pain and enhanced quality of life considerably. She believed in the revolutionary power of biosimilars and confirmed the approval would help patients in improving their lives.
Jackman added that biologics are not only helpful for children with juvenile arthritis but also for patients who are suffering from chronic diseases such as cancer. She mentioned that approval of biologic drugs would make the difference between living in pain and living a healthy life. She implied that it would make an entire difference in the world.
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