This document discusses factors to consider when determining the optimal price for a new pharmaceutical product. It notes that price determination is one of the most difficult decisions manufacturers face. Key considerations include marketing objectives like sales volume or profit, target customers, and whether a premium or economy price is realistic. The document aims to address common pricing methods and provide a pricing matrix prototype to help strategize pricing. Some factors that influence price include business objectives, costs, demand, market type, and competitors. While there is no single best strategy, experience shows developers should analyze marketing, costs, demand, objectives, and the environment to help determine the optimal price.