The merger between Mylan and Pfizer’s Upjohn unit finally concluded on 16 November 2020, giving Viatris the go ahead for business. The newly-established company has announced receiving tentative approval for its 10mg pediatric dolutegravir tablets from the FDA under the PEPFAR program. 

After a strong first quarter, Japan’s Towa Pharmaceuticals saw stability in its domestic revenues but a drop in revenues from its overseas business in its financial second quarter. After launching a series of molecules in June 2020, the company has lined up 10 launches for December 2020 as well. 

Lannett will launch a further seven products in fiscal 2021, after launching four products recently in the first quarter of FY21. The company also plans to pay off its Term Loan ‘A’ in full, by the end of November 2020. 

Sandoz’ global head of biopharmaceuticals says that in the context of COVID-19, biosimilars can play a key role to increase access and unlock savings that can be invested in innovation to support “the long-term sustainability of healthcare systems.”  

Samsung Bioepis has announced that its Prolia/Xgeva (denosumab) biosimilar, SB16, has begun Phase I clinical trials. Further, the company’s Lucentis (ranibizumab) biosimilar, SB11, has produced positive Phase III data and has been filed in the US. Meanwhile, CEO and president Christopher Hansung Ko has commented on the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the industry and competition from domestic companies in the Chinese market. 

Bangladeshi generics manufacturer Beximco has reported 12.3% annual sales growth for its 2020 financial year and 9.9% turnover growth for its financial first quarter ending 30 September 2020. The company remains focused on expanding its portfolio and consolidating its international presence.