BMJ July 2019 PMID 31292109

New drugs: where did we go wrong and what can we do better?

Beate Wieseler, Natalie McGauran, Thomas Kaiser

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50
Peak: 4 in Jul 2019
across 6 sources since Jul 2019

Extended reach

9,569
potential audience

Total likes

9

Video views

287

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Jul 2019 – Nov 2023

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The social discussions reflect a critical stance on current drug development, exemplified by mentions of how many drugs approved by EMA and in the US show no added benefit over existing treatments. The tone underscores urgency and dissatisfaction, especially with phrases like 'no benefit' and references to complex regulatory issues, indicating active engagement with the article’s call for reform and improved patient focus.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize issues in drug approval and efficacy, emphasizing that many newly approved drugs lack added benefit, which aligns with the article’s critique.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high interest, with emphasis on approval processes, efficacy, and patient needs, indicating concern for real-world impacts.

EngagementHigh engagement

Discussions cite specific data and policies, such as statistics about approval benefits and surveillance, reflecting deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The posts highlight significant concerns about drug safety and effectiveness, suggesting these issues could influence policy and clinical practice.

Abstract in brief

  • The text discusses the issues and mistakes made in the development and regulation of new drugs, highlighting the need for improvements in the process.
  • It examines specific areas where the current system may have failed, such as safety testing, approval procedures, or drug marketing practices.
  • The content suggests possible solutions or strategies to enhance drug development, aiming to ensure safer, more effective medications for patients in the future.]

Top posts

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Andries van der Meer
@andriesvdm · X

Almost 60% of all newly approved drugs have no benefit compared to standard-of-care. On the one hand, the solution to this problem is really complex (regulatory, political, economic). On the other hand, it is very simple: "focus on the needs of patients" https://t.co/0uGr3VlSp8

Jul 16, 2019 · 5 likes · 3 shares · 1,305 followers View post →
Ana Medina
@amedinacol · X

New drugs: where did we go wrong and what can we do better? https://t.co/eTCltQupOq

Nov 4, 2023 · 1 like · 2,329 followers View post →
Dr Richard Simpson
@DrRJSimpson · X

Drugs approved by EMA 2011-16 of 216 entering German market 125 did not prove added benefit over standard care.Little evidence of adequate post marketing surveillance in US only 10% of 100 reviewed showed superior efficacy! @ABPI_UK ⁦@alison_culpan⁩ https://t.co/pvrGVHeqHz

Jul 31, 2019 · 4,369 followers View post →
Luca Sala
@Luca__Sala · X

RT @andriesvdm: Almost 60% of all newly approved drugs have no benefit compared to standard-of-care. On the one hand, the solution to this…

Jul 16, 2019 · 3 shares · 899 followers View post →

All mentions

Ana Medina
@amedinacol · X

New drugs: where did we go wrong and what can we do better? https://t.co/eTCltQupOq

Nov 4, 2023 · 1 like · 2,329 followers View post →
Dr Richard Simpson
@DrRJSimpson · X

Drugs approved by EMA 2011-16 of 216 entering German market 125 did not prove added benefit over standard care.Little evidence of adequate post marketing surveillance in US only 10% of 100 reviewed showed superior efficacy! @ABPI_UK ⁦@alison_culpan⁩ https://t.co/pvrGVHeqHz

Jul 31, 2019 · 4,369 followers View post →
Luca Sala
@Luca__Sala · X

RT @andriesvdm: Almost 60% of all newly approved drugs have no benefit compared to standard-of-care. On the one hand, the solution to this…

Jul 16, 2019 · 3 shares · 899 followers View post →
Barend Slootweg
@BarendsWereld · X

RT @andriesvdm: Almost 60% of all newly approved drugs have no benefit compared to standard-of-care. On the one hand, the solution to this…

Jul 16, 2019 · 3 shares · 363 followers View post →
Andries van der Meer
@andriesvdm · X

Almost 60% of all newly approved drugs have no benefit compared to standard-of-care. On the one hand, the solution to this problem is really complex (regulatory, political, economic). On the other hand, it is very simple: "focus on the needs of patients" https://t.co/0uGr3VlSp8

Jul 16, 2019 · 5 likes · 3 shares · 1,305 followers View post →