Biocon bets on weight-loss drugs as major growth engine for the business
Weight loss products have driven revenues in recent years for global giants like Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly
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Weight loss products have driven revenues in recent years for global giants like Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly
Weight-loss drugs: Biocon Ltd. is shifting focus to anti-obesity therapies as patents for key medications expire, leading to a surge in generic supply. The Bengaluru-based company secured UK approval for the first generic version of liraglutide injectible, positioning itself as a leader in this evolving market.
The Bengaluru-based firm has scored an early win among its peers with the UK approval for the first generic version of liraglutide injectible, which is losing patent protection in November.
Biocon Ltd. is pivoting to anti-obesity therapies as patents for the blockbuster medications start to expire, unleashing a wave of generic supply for the global weight-loss market that’s expected to touch $100 billion by 2030.
"We are looking at a number of options to reduce that... I can say that you'll see the debt level coming down in the coming quarters," he said. Bains, who took over as group CEO of Biocon in September, declined to comment on specific debt reduction plans or timeline.