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Beyond Viatris: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Talks Next Steps For Biocon Biologics

As Biocon Biologics completes its integration of the biosimilars front-end business that it acquired from former partner Viatris, Biocon founder and chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw talks to Generics Bulletin about how the firm is now capturing the full value of its biosimilars, while also looking at expanding into new markets previously unserved by Viatris.

Biosimilars M & A

Judges Weigh Record Entries Ahead Of October’s GGB Awards

Now in its tenth year, the Global Generics & Biosimilars Awards has received a record-breaking number of entries in 2023. Judges are now evaluating the nominees ahead of our awards ceremony on Wednesday 25 October at the Hotel Porta Fira in Barcelona.

Generic Drugs Biosimilars Value-Added Medicines
 
Commercial

Alvotech’s Japanese Ustekinumab Nod Is ‘First For Global Markets’

Following the formation of their partnership nearly five years ago, Alvotech and Fuji have together welcomed approval in Japan for Alvotech’s biosimilar to Stelara (ustekinumab).

Not In 2023 After All? FDA Turns Down Approval For Coherus’ On-Body Pegfilgrastim

Coherus BioSciences says that it will work closely with the US Food and Drug Administration and the unnamed third-party filler to obtain approval for its proposed version of Neulasta Onpro on-body injector “as quickly as possible.”

Sandoz Prepares For European Natalizumab Launch As Approval Arrives

As it announced the formal European Commission approval of its partnered Polpharma Biologics-developed Tyruko natalizumab biosimilar to Tysabri, Sandoz offered Generics Bulletin a timeframe for its expected launch in Europe.

US FDA's Cavazzoni Criticizes Plant Shutdown That Triggered Serious Cisplatin Shortage

Director of the FDA’s center for drugs slams firm for failing to reach out before suspending operations in the wake of an inspection that raised serious data integrity concerns. Instead, firms should be alerting the agency as soon as they realize there could be shortages.

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Regulation

Not In 2023 After All? FDA Turns Down Approval For Coherus’ On-Body Pegfilgrastim

Coherus BioSciences says that it will work closely with the US Food and Drug Administration and the unnamed third-party filler to obtain approval for its proposed version of Neulasta Onpro on-body injector “as quickly as possible.”

‘There Is Always Room For Improvement’: Celltrion Reflects On A Decade Of European Biosimilars

Marking a decade since Celltrion’s Remsima version of infliximab became the first monoclonal antibody biosimilar approved in Europe, Kevin Byoung Seo Choi, senior vice president and head of the marketing division at Celltrion Healthcare, talks to Generics Bulletin about the firm’s progress so far and the “room for improvement” that the company perceives in areas such as regulation, market access and pricing, supply chain and procurement – as well as what the future holds for the Korean biosimilars giant.

Amgen’s $27.8bn Horizon Takeover Stipulates Biosimilar Restrictions

The FTC’s proposed consent order allowing Amgen to move ahead with its mammoth takeover of Horizon includes an interesting stipulation for industry – one involving biosimilars.

Alvotech Gets A Fresh Date For Adalimumab In US

Alvotech has revealed a US FDA goal date of 24 February 2024 for its refiled AVT02 proposed high-concentration interchangeable adalimumab biosimilar rival to Humira, as the firm provided further details of the resubmission – including an expected facility reinspection.

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Generic Drugs

US FDA's Cavazzoni Criticizes Plant Shutdown That Triggered Serious Cisplatin Shortage

Director of the FDA’s center for drugs slams firm for failing to reach out before suspending operations in the wake of an inspection that raised serious data integrity concerns. Instead, firms should be alerting the agency as soon as they realize there could be shortages.

Takeda Pens Mid-Trial Settlement To Dismiss US Colcrys Antitrust Suit

Japanese originator Takeda has agreed to settle two-year-old anticompetitive claims lodged by wholesalers in the US that it conspired with several generics manufacturers to maintain supracompetitive pricing for its Colcrys branded treatment for gout.

Betahistine Leads A Raft Of UK Rises In August

With multiple generic molecules experiencing treble-digit-percentage price increases in the UK in August, betahistine tablets led the month’s biggest risers, according to WaveData.

FTC Set To Take Enforcement Action Against Drugmakers Over Orange Book Patent Listings

Merger reviews could take into account sponsor's Orange Book behavior. FTC's statement does not detail what would make a patent listing 'improper' but the precedents from court cases against various sponsors should offer industry some guideposts.

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Biosimilars

Alvotech’s Japanese Ustekinumab Nod Is ‘First For Global Markets’

Following the formation of their partnership nearly five years ago, Alvotech and Fuji have together welcomed approval in Japan for Alvotech’s biosimilar to Stelara (ustekinumab).

Not In 2023 After All? FDA Turns Down Approval For Coherus’ On-Body Pegfilgrastim

Coherus BioSciences says that it will work closely with the US Food and Drug Administration and the unnamed third-party filler to obtain approval for its proposed version of Neulasta Onpro on-body injector “as quickly as possible.”

Sandoz Prepares For European Natalizumab Launch As Approval Arrives

As it announced the formal European Commission approval of its partnered Polpharma Biologics-developed Tyruko natalizumab biosimilar to Tysabri, Sandoz offered Generics Bulletin a timeframe for its expected launch in Europe.

‘There Is Always Room For Improvement’: Celltrion Reflects On A Decade Of European Biosimilars

Marking a decade since Celltrion’s Remsima version of infliximab became the first monoclonal antibody biosimilar approved in Europe, Kevin Byoung Seo Choi, senior vice president and head of the marketing division at Celltrion Healthcare, talks to Generics Bulletin about the firm’s progress so far and the “room for improvement” that the company perceives in areas such as regulation, market access and pricing, supply chain and procurement – as well as what the future holds for the Korean biosimilars giant.

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Value-Added Medicines

Not In 2023 After All? FDA Turns Down Approval For Coherus’ On-Body Pegfilgrastim

Coherus BioSciences says that it will work closely with the US Food and Drug Administration and the unnamed third-party filler to obtain approval for its proposed version of Neulasta Onpro on-body injector “as quickly as possible.”

Teva’s Francis: I Looked At All The Sexy Stuff And Overlooked Olanzapine

After launching the Uzedy long-acting formulation of risperidone in partnership with MedinCell earlier this year, Teva has stressed the “really exciting” product profile of another long-acting antipsychotic from the partnership, olanzapine, while discussing how it will avoid the safety pitfalls of legacy products in the space.

What’s Next? Five Things To Look Out For In September

Generics Bulletin previews the most notable and anticipated events for September 2023.

Outlook’s Ophthalmic Bevacizumab Knocked Back By FDA

Outlook Therapeutics has received a CRL from the US FDA over its application for an ophthalmic formulation of bevacizumab. The company says it is working with the agency to address the various issues raised.

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Recent Stories

Alvotech’s Japanese Ustekinumab Nod Is ‘First For Global Markets’

Following the formation of their partnership nearly five years ago, Alvotech and Fuji have together welcomed approval in Japan for Alvotech’s biosimilar to Stelara (ustekinumab).

Not In 2023 After All? FDA Turns Down Approval For Coherus’ On-Body Pegfilgrastim

Coherus BioSciences says that it will work closely with the US Food and Drug Administration and the unnamed third-party filler to obtain approval for its proposed version of Neulasta Onpro on-body injector “as quickly as possible.”

Sandoz Prepares For European Natalizumab Launch As Approval Arrives

As it announced the formal European Commission approval of its partnered Polpharma Biologics-developed Tyruko natalizumab biosimilar to Tysabri, Sandoz offered Generics Bulletin a timeframe for its expected launch in Europe.

US FDA's Cavazzoni Criticizes Plant Shutdown That Triggered Serious Cisplatin Shortage

Director of the FDA’s center for drugs slams firm for failing to reach out before suspending operations in the wake of an inspection that raised serious data integrity concerns. Instead, firms should be alerting the agency as soon as they realize there could be shortages.

‘There Is Always Room For Improvement’: Celltrion Reflects On A Decade Of European Biosimilars

Marking a decade since Celltrion’s Remsima version of infliximab became the first monoclonal antibody biosimilar approved in Europe, Kevin Byoung Seo Choi, senior vice president and head of the marketing division at Celltrion Healthcare, talks to Generics Bulletin about the firm’s progress so far and the “room for improvement” that the company perceives in areas such as regulation, market access and pricing, supply chain and procurement – as well as what the future holds for the Korean biosimilars giant.

Fresenius Kabi Gets Ready To Launch Europe’s First Tocilizumab Rival

Fresenius Kabi has celebrated the approval of Europe’s first tocilizumab biosimilar. The rival to RoActemra is expected to be launched later this year under a settlement agreement with originator Genentech.

BioFactura Completes Phase I For Late-To-Market Stelara Biosimilar

BioFactura has completed a successful Phase I trial of its Stelara (ustekinumab) biosimilar BFI-751, which is expected to file in developed markets in 2026.

Glenmark Divests API Company, Setting Out On Distinct Journeys

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals has divested its API arm to the Nirma group for over $681m, a move that will deleverage the drug maker’s balance sheet as it seeks to evolve into an “innovative/brand led organization.”

Takeda Pens Mid-Trial Settlement To Dismiss US Colcrys Antitrust Suit

Japanese originator Takeda has agreed to settle two-year-old anticompetitive claims lodged by wholesalers in the US that it conspired with several generics manufacturers to maintain supracompetitive pricing for its Colcrys branded treatment for gout.

Generics Savings Once Again Could Help A Major US Health Care Reform Bill

A provision in the pending legislation on PBMs that would allow the US FDA to provide qualitative and quantitative information to ANDA sponsors about reference product's inactive ingredients could save hundreds of millions in spending.

Betahistine Leads A Raft Of UK Rises In August

With multiple generic molecules experiencing treble-digit-percentage price increases in the UK in August, betahistine tablets led the month’s biggest risers, according to WaveData.

Biocon Gets A New Group CEO As Aflibercept Approval Arrives

Biocon has named Peter Bains as its new group CEO, as the firm’s Biocon Biologics business confirmed that its aflibercept biosimilar to Eylea had become the first to receive a formal European approval.

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