Shots:In the wake of International Labour Day, PharmaShots presents a detailed take on the recent layoffs in the Pharmaceutical Sector with an illustrative graphical analysisLike any sector, the pharmaceutical industry operates on some nuance and intricate aspects that ensure smooth operations. Factors like digitalization, patent expiry, growing competition, and others put direct or…
Shots:With the indispensable transformations carried out over the years, the biopharma industry witnessed miraculous changes in operations, technology, and innovation. Such as inclination towards the Pharma 4.0 model, adoption of a multimodal building approach, and dependence on contract manufacturingWhile major companies like Johnson & Johnson, Roche, and Pfizer dominated the biopharma industry with…
Shots:Biopharma companies have kept themselves afloat in the ocean of uncertainties by overcoming the hurdles of unmet demands, procurement, and maintaining a constant supply chain. However, the previous year was difficult for biopharma companies as the segment saw multiple insolvencies.Amidst all kinds of obstacles, many companies have sustained themselves to meet the market…
Shots:The first quarter of 2023 highlights major acquisitions in the pharma and biotech industry along with multiple approvals. Meanwhile, Selecta and Sobi reported P-III trial (DISSOLVE I & II) results of SEL-212 for chronic refractory goutStarting with the latest acquisitions, Pfizer acquired Seagen for ~$43B. The first quarter of the year also showcases…
Shots:Post M&A deals, companies often cannot sail through a few key aspects of the partnership, such as limited ownership, exorbitant recovery costs, and poor integration process, leading to deal terminations. The improperly executed expansion program also contributes significantly to the failed partnershipTo tackle such scenarios, companies are cautious enough to make backup plans beforehand…
Shots:The US FDA approved 5 NDAs and 5 BLA in February 2023, leading to treatments for patients and advances in the healthcare industry. The CDER and CBER approved 19 novel products in 2023In February 2023, the major highlights drugs were, Tezspire (tezepelumab) approval for severe asthma, Altuviiio for hemophilia APharmaShots has compiled…
Shots:Biosimilars are developed to be highly similar versions of approved biologics in terms of safety, purity, and potencyBiosimilars are expected to be a cost-effective alternative to the high-priced branded biologics, offering significant and much-needed cost savings to both payers and the patientsDuring the month of February, Alvotech entered into a commercialization agreement…
Shots:The technological advancement, shared cost, and the pursuit of combined extensive research are amongst the few pragmatic and mutual benefits that come with collaborations. Moreover, the risks involved in drug development plans get minimalized by opening the doors to new opportunities and commercializationWhen it comes to life science collaborations, companies seek beyond the…
Shots:The 41st Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference took place on 09 – 12 January 2023 in San Francisco, CA, USA. It is the largest and most informative healthcare investment symposium in the industry, bringing together a cohort of industry leaders, emerging fast-growing companies, innovative technology creators, and members of the investment community The major announcement…
“Get Informed, Get Screened, Get Vaccinated” – WHOIntroduction:Cervical cancer is the 4th most common cancer among women and 7th most commonly occurring cancer overall. When a malignant growth or tumor occurs in the cells lining the walls of the cervix, it is called cervical cancer. The cervix is the narrow, lower part of the uterus…

