The Amazing son in law Chapter 1370

Cherie frowned and inquired, “Does your boss have persecution delusions? We’re in the 21st century now. Patent laws are quite stringent. Once your medications are patented, you shouldn’t have to worry about anyone stealing your formula.”

Liam shook his head and replied, “Ms. Cherie, you might not be fully aware of the situation. In the current pharmaceutical landscape, only chemically synthesized drugs receive true patent protection and can be effectively implemented.”

Cherie asked for clarification, “Chemically synthesized drugs? What exactly do you mean?”

Liam explained, “Chemically synthesized drugs have well-defined chemical molecular equations, and their structures are very stable. Take Glenin, for instance, a specialized drug for leukemia that’s chemically imatinated. This product is among the top-selling tumor-specific medications produced by Swiss Novartis. As long as Novartis has patented this chemical equation, any other company attempting to produce products with the same composition would be infringing on that patent.”

After a brief pause, Liam continued, “However, traditional Chinese medicine doesn’t fall under the category of chemical products. It consists of various proprietary Chinese medicinal ingredients blended in specific proportions to achieve therapeutic effects. This formula is highly effective, but securing a patent is challenging, and enforcing patent law for such remedies is even more difficult, making it hard to pursue legal action against infringements.”

Cherie responded, “Even if individuals can’t sue for infringement, pharmaceutical companies should still have the ability to pursue legal action, right?”

Liam shook his head again. “Ms. Cherie, your perspective is somewhat simplistic. First, it’s incredibly difficult to patent things that occur naturally. For instance, rice is a staple food across Asia and is known to treat certain ailments. If a pharmaceutical company tried to patent rice for this purpose, the International Patent Organization would never approve it.”

Cherie rolled her eyes and said, “You’ve said a lot, but I just want to ask you one thing: Did your prescription come from ancient Chinese formulas? Does that mean you’re also taking credit for the work of your ancestors?”

Liam shook his head, stating, “I honestly don’t know.”

Cherie, increasingly puzzled, pressed him, “You don’t know? The medicine you produce—where does the formula originate? You must have some awareness of that!”

Liam responded earnestly, “Our boss created the prescription.”

Cherie raised an eyebrow in surprise and asked, “Is your boss a doctor?”

With deep respect, Liam exclaimed, “Our boss is a true dragon in this world!”

Cherie scoffed, “Oh please! Stop with the exaggerations. Who even dares to use such grand titles these days?”