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Who decides drug prices?
In the UK, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) assesses new drugs like GLP-1s to decide if they offer good value for money for the NHS. They weigh up the drug's benefits against its cost, and if approved, the NHS negotiates the final price with the pharmaceutical company. This process aims to ensure effective treatments are available while managing public spending.
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