Hikma still sees a substantial opportunity in the generic Advair Diskus market once it makes it to market, according to CEO Siggi Olafsson, while rivals to GSK’s Ellipta range will also be coming into focus several years down the line. Meanwhile, nasal sprays gained through deals with Insys and Glenmark will aid in efforts to differentiate the firm’s non-injectables business in the US.

Hikma has struck a deal with Glenmark to gain US rights to its Ryaltris nasal spray. The agreement comes as Hikma reported sales ahead by 7% in 2019 on strong performances from the firm’s Injectables and Branded segments.

Fresenius Kabi has reported sales ahead by 6% in 2019, as growth in emerging markets helped to offset a subdued increase in North America. Meanwhile, the firm has pushed back financial expectations for its biosimilars by a year.