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Perhaps my point is that no one is getting rich from prescribing ADT in Ontatio, but they still do prescribe it regularly, suggesting it really is for the patients' benefit and not just part of a money-making scam.
The oncologist is paid US $25 for the follow-up appointment when they prescribe it, and the pharmacy will make under US $50 profit from selling a 3-month Lupron dose or under US $20 profit from a 1-month Firmagon or Orgovyx supply.
Ontario pharmacies would do far better financially pushing herbal and homeopathic remedies, where the profit margin isn't controlled, or even more lucratively, overpriced make-up and skin-care products. 🙂