Biocon Makes It, a Consultancy Holds the Licence, and Sandoz Sells It
Three parties, three functions, and Biocon holds only the middle one. Treat the caretaker MAH structure as the Japanese default, not the exception.
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The EPO Revoked BMS’s 480mg Opdivo Patent Because the Trial Behind It Dosed by Weight
BMS claimed a 480mg flat dose. The only clinical example in its filed application dosed by weight. The EPO revoked the patent on added matter.
Brazil Approved Five Semaglutides in a Day. Sandoz Announced One of Them.
ANVISA approved five semaglutide products in a single day, including the one Sandoz will sell. Ozempic’s Brazilian patent expired in March.
Trump Wants Generics Made in America by 2028. The Economics Say They Can’t.
Trump gave generic drugmakers until August 2028 before a 100% tariff, rising to 200% in 2029. The problem is the margin those drugs actually carry.