Merck Reaches Agreement With U.S. Government to Expand Access to Medicines and Lower Costs for Americans

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Merck and U.S. government partner to expand access to medicines and reduce costs for Americans

RAHWAY, N.J. – Merck has reached a landmark agreement with the Trump administration to make its prescription medicines more accessible and affordable for Americans. This partnership reinforces Merck’s long-standing commitment to developing and delivering life-changing medicines and vaccines, while ensuring that patients can access these innovations at lower costs.“As an American company, Merck is proud to work with the Trump administration to fu…

Merck deal sets up cheaper meds, new pill plan and U.S. jobs

Merck's pact with the U.S. delays tariffs, cuts prices on JANUVIA and JANUMET by about 70%, and backs over $70B in R&D and plants with 1,200 new jobs.