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Alvotech and Sandoz Partner to Expand Access to Biosimilars Across Canada, Australia, & New Zealand

Shots: Alvotech has entered into supply & commercialization agreements with Sandoz for multiple biosimilar candidates across Canada, Australia, & New Zealand In Canada, the deal includes one ophthalmology biosimilar in a prefilled intravitreal syringe, while in Australia & New Zealand, it covers 3 biosimilar candidates across immunology & gastroenterology in multiple formulations As per the…

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Sandoz Receives EC Approval of Ondibta (Biosimilar, Lantus and SoloStar)

Shots: The EC has approved Ondibta, a biosimilar insulin glargine pre-filled pen, reference medicine Lantus and SoloStar, developed and registered by Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals, anticipated launch by early 2027 Ondibta is approved for treating diabetes mellitus in pts (age≥ 2 yrs.) and matches Lantus, SoloStar in safety, quality, and efficacy In Dec 2018, Sandoz partnered with…

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Lupin Receive the CHMP Positive Opinion for Ranluspec (Biosimilar, Lucentis) 

Shots:  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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Formycon Launches Epruvy (Biosimilar, Lucentis) in the Germany

Shots:  Sandoz commercializes Epruvy (Biosimilar, Lucentis) across Germany in PFS and vial forms, following an agreement with Formycon and Bioeq   Epruvy (ranibizumab)was approved by the EMA in Sep'24 to treat severe visual impairments like nAMD and other retinopathies and is marketed by Sandoz in Germany under a Bioeq license   Epruvy is available in vials and pre-filled syringes, offering a convenient treatment option in Germany  Ref: Formycon | Image: Formycon  | Press Release Related…

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Sandoz Launches Tyruko (Biosimilar, Tysabri) in the US

Shots: Sandoz has launched Tyruko, a biosimilar version of Biogen’s Tysabri (natalizumab), for all indications of the reference product, incl. relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) & mod. to sev. active Crohn’s disease in adults In 2019, Sandoz signed a global commercialization deal with Polpharma for Tyruko, with Polpharma responsible for development & manufacturing of…

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EirGenix Enters ~$152M Licensing Deal with Sandoz to Commercialize EG1206A (Biosimilar, Perjeta)

Shots: EirGenix has partnered with Sandoz to commercialize EG1206A, a biosimilar to Roche’s Perjeta (Pertuzumab), globally excl. Taiwan, Mainland China, Macau, South Korea, Mongolia, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, the Philippines, & Japan As per the deal, EirGenix will handle product development, manufacturing, & supply, receiving ~$152M in upfront & milestone payments, profit share post-launch…

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Samsung Bioepis & Johnson & Johnson have Entered into an Agreement for the Commercialization of Pyzchiva (Biosimilar, Stelara) Across EU 

Shots:  Samsung Bioepis has signed a confidential settlement and license agreement with Johnson & Johnson for the commercialization of Pyzchiva, its Stelara (ustekinumab) biosimilar in Europe  Ustekinumab is an IgG1κ monoclonal antibody targeting IL-12 and IL-23. PYZCHIVA, developed by Samsung Bioepis, received European Commission approval as a Stelara biosimilar in April 2024  PYZCHIVA was introduced in the EU by Sandoz in July…

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Sandoz Acquires Just-Evotec Biologics EU SAS in Toulouse to Strengthen its In-House Biosimilar Capabilities

Shots: Sandoz agreed to acquire Just-Evotec Biologics EU SAS in Toulouse , including its manufacturing site to expand in-house continuous manufacturing for biosimilars, supporting its strategy to capture a projected ~$300B biosimilars market over the next decade Sandoz will buy 100% of Just-Evotec Biologics SAS and secure a perpetual license for its continuous manufacturing platform…

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Top 20 Generic Pharma Companies of 2025 

Shots:  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 Collaborates with Sandoz to Commercialize Ranibizumab Biosimilar

Shots: 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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