CASE STUDY
First-Time Generic Product Launch
Situation
Product launch of a first-time generic product in the glaucoma market
Challenges
- Different formulation than currently available reference branded product
- Not available in every EMR platform initially
- Need to re-create the market for this previously discontinued formulation
Approach
- High potential targets were selected based upon their historical prescribing pattern of the branded reference drug. The audience consisted of 3,000 ophthalmologists ranging from deciles 4-10 and 500 pharmacies per month
- The campaign announced the availability of a new generic alternative to this branded product to physicians, and followed up with local pharmacies to encourage pull through
- The program elements included tele-detailing, direct mail, email and faxing
Results
The program was well received by the target HCPs and their practices. Prior to the conclusion of the original 6 month program, client extended the contract by 5 months through the end of the fiscal year. The program concluded with a 3.6-1 ROI.
