wonder drug

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After all, the industry regularly reminds us that longer patent terms are needed to ensure they can make enough profit to pay for the research and development of the next wonder drug.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

Official papers unearthed by the National Archives reveal the prime minister's frustration and concern over slow progress securing supplies of what was then seen to be a brand new "wonder drug".

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2025

It was called Factor VIII. It was more convenient when compared with an alternative treatment and was dubbed a wonder drug.

From Seattle Times • May 18, 2024

The latest wonder drug is a semaglutide drug invented to help diabetics regulate blood glucose levels, but has the notable side-effect of severe weight loss.

From Salon • Aug. 21, 2023

He was happy, relaxed, self-assured, pleased as punch, like someone who had been terminally ill and, when all seemed lost, had been cured by some wonder drug and was now ready to conquer the world.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane