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Regulatory and launch momentum accelerated globally in late 2025, with multiple FDA approvals, CHMP positive opinions, and EU/US launches for biosimilars referencing blockbuster biologics such as Prolia/Xgeva, Lucentis, Eylea, Xolair, Stelara, Simponi, Neulasta, Humira, Opdivo, and Keytruda—broadening patient access across oncology, immunology, ophthalmology, bone health, and allergy indications
Leading biosimilar developers including Samsung Bioepis, Celltrion, Alvotech, Formycon,…
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The CHMP has recommended marketing authorization for Lupin’s Ranluspec, in both vial and PFS forms, a biosimilar version of Lucentis (ranibizumab)
Opinion was supported by analytical similarity data and a global P-III trial (n=600 pts) in neovascular AMD across the US, EU, Russia, and India
Under the agreement, Lupin’s biosimilar ranibizumab will be marketed by Sandoz across the EU (excluding Germany),…
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The US FDA has approved Armlupeg (pegfilgrastim-unne) as a biosimilar version of Neulasta (pegfilgrastim)
Armlupeg (6 mg/0.6 mL) is administered as a single-dose SC injection. It is indicated to reduce the incidence of febrile neutropenia in pts with non-myeloid cancers undergoing myelosuppressive CT and to improve survival following acute myelosuppressive radiation exposure
Armlupeg will be produced at Lupin’s Biotech facility…
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Generic medicines play a pivotal role in offering cost-effective alternatives to high-priced pharmaceuticals. They often serve as a critical lifeline in developing and underdeveloped nations, helping to address both chronic and infectious diseases.
In 2024, the global generics market was valued at $445.62B, with projections to reach approximately $468.08B in 2025 and ~$728.64B by…
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Lupin has entered into a licensing agreement with Sandoz to market & commercialize Lupin’s ranibizumab biosimilar in multiple regions
As per the deal, Sandoz will commercialize the product in the EU (excl. Germany), Switzerland, Norway, Australia, Hong Kong, Vietnam, & Malaysia, while holding exclusive rights in most markets & semi-exclusive rights in France, Australia,…
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Zentiva has entered into a license & supply agreement with Lupin to commercialize Lupin's TNF-alpha inhibitor biosimilar across multiple global markets
Zentiva will lead commercialization outside the US & Canada, mainly in EU & CIS, while Lupin will handle development, manufacturing, & supply in agreed territories & commercialization in the remaining territories, incl. the…
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Lupin & SteinCares have entered into a license & supply agreement to commercialize Lupin’s ranibizumab biosimilar in Latin America excl. Mexico & Argentina
As per the deal, SteinCares will be responsible for the biosimilar’s regulatory filings, registration, & commercialization in LATAM licensed states, while Lupin will oversee its manufacturing
Ranibizumab is a recombinant humanized…
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Lupin has concluded P-III study evaluating the efficacy, safety & immunogenicity of LUBT010 (0.5mg, intravitreal, QM for 1yr.) vs Lucentis in wet AMD adults (n=600) across India, US, EU & Russia
The trial met its 1EP, showing therapeutic equivalence in visual acuity improvement plus similarity in safety & immunogenicity b/w both the drugs. Results will…
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Followed by HC’s approval in Aug 2022, Lupin with its partner Sandoz launched Rymti (biosimilar, Enbrel) in Canada
The study showed that Rymti has equivalent safety and efficacy to Enbrel. It is a solution for injection in the form of a pre-filled pen & pre-filled syringe
Rymti is intended to treat children and…
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Biosimilars are developed to be highly similar versions of approved biologics in terms of safety, purity, and potency
Biosimilars 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 patients
During the month of May, Celltrion’s Yuflyma (biosimilar, adalimumab) received the…

