cancer medicine price : The government has given a big relief to those undergoing cancer treatment. In the 54th meeting of the GST Council held on Monday, the GST on medicines used in the treatment of cancer has been reduced from 12% to 5%. This decision will reduce the cost of cancer treatment. Earlier in the budget, the government had made the customs duty on 3 important cancer medicines zero. After which no tax is being levied on these medicines. A large number of people will benefit from both these decisions.
Let us tell you that cancer is a very dangerous disease, which is increasing rapidly. People of all ages are falling prey to it. Its treatment is very expensive, due to which many people are not able to get treatment on time. In such a situation, this decision of the government can give them great relief.
How many cancer patients are there in India?
How much does cancer treatment cost in India
How much does cancer treatment cost
Consultant fee in cancer- 500-3000 rupees
Diagnostic test- Rs 1000-4000
Biopsy- Rs 2000-25000
Blood test- Rs 1000-3000
Treatment- 1 to 6 lakh rupees
Radiation therapy- Rs 50,000 to Rs 2.25 lakh
Chemotherapy- Rs 80,000 to Rs 8 lakh
Immunotherapy- up to Rs 5 lakh
Post treatment – Rs 50,000 to Rs 4 lakh
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