Legal consequences of disclosing drug composition data(Comparative study )
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https://doi.org/10.64184/ajlps.V3.I2.Y2026.349-371.325Keywords:
Drug Composition Data - Protection of Drug Data - Disclosure of Drug Composition Data - Pharmaceutical Factory Workers - Reasons for Drug Data DisclosureAbstract
This research examines the legal implications of disclosing drug formulation data, which is considered as a commercial secrets and confidential information whithin a special legal protection. Additionally, It explores the legal protection of drug formulations according to general principles of civil liability in cases of unlawful disclosure, as well as the provisions of the Iraqi Patent Law and related legislation. Moreover, the civil, criminal, and administrative consequences of such disclosure were highlighted, including compensation for losses and the possibility of holding the perpetrator accountable, either disciplinaryly or criminally, as appropriate. It clarifies the extent of liability regardless of whether the disclosure originates from an employee, partner, or any other person disclosing the data.
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