Dean Rudge
Senior Reporter
Dean has built up a wealth of knowledge on the global generics and biosimilar medicines industries in his five years with Generics bulletin. He specializes in commercial and legal issues, writing in-depth analyses of corporate strategy and getting under the skin of patent-infringement proceedings and other litigation. He attends investor and regulatory meetings with business leaders, favoring the investor days with their focus on corporate strategy. In his spare time, Dean enjoys visiting museums and playing five-a-side football.
Latest From Dean Rudge
Apotex Moves First On Combigan As US Patent Expiry Looms
Apotex has moved first on Allergan’s Combigan, introducing a US authorized generic as the clock ticks on the originator’s IP. Sandoz is among ANDA sponsors seemingly waiting for patent protection to lapse.
Teva: $420m Securities Settlement In Our ‘Best Interest’
Teva has commented on its proposed settlement of $420m with a class of investors following allegations that the firm had concealed the true nature of its increase in profits, which artificially inflated the price of Teva’s securities.
Alvotech PIPE Financing Round Overshoots By $21m
“Testament to the strong interest we have received from long-term investors as we continue our business combination with Oaktree II,” Alvotech is now set to raise in excess of $175m from an upsized PIPE financing round, representing $21m of additional commitments.
Teva Agrees To $420m Securities Settlement For Alleged Price Fixing
Denying any wrongdoing or admission of liability, Teva has agreed to a proposed settlement of $420m with a class of investors following allegations that the firm had concealed the true nature of its increase in profits, which artificially inflated the price of Teva’s securities.
Cipla: $500m North American Sales Boost Possible In Five Years
Cipla’s recent US approval with a partner for its 505(b)(2) hybrid lanreotide injection product signaled the firm’s intentions to broaden in the peptides and injectables space, as it looks to add hundreds of millions to its revenue base by Cipla’s 2027 financial year.
American Regent’s Vasopressin Questioned As Eagle Prepares ANDA Launch
With Eagle set to launch its long-awaited vasopressin ANDA product on 17 January, the US firm’s management told investors it was unsure what its launch meant for the 505(b)(2) rival product in the hands of American Regent.