Case Study in Pricing Fuzeon – Cost of Innovation?

This case is about Fuzeon, an innovative ‘first of its kind’ drug used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS. The drug was developed by Trimeris and marketed by Roche. Though Fuzeon was considered a ‘breakthrough’ drug, its price was very high. The case discusses the reasons as to why the company had decided to price the drug at a premium.

Cost of Innovation

Fuzeon’s pricing also raised ethical concerns as it was priced out of the reach of people who needed it the most. The case also discusses the challenges faced by Trimeris and Roche in marketing this drug. Click here to read more…

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