Herceptin patents ruled invalid by UK High Court leaving Hospira to launch generic
The UK’s High Court has ruled that two patents on Swiss drug major Roche’s (ROG: SIX) breast cancer drug Herceptin (trastuzumab) were invalid, allowing global speciality pharma company Hospira (NYSE: HSP) to launch a generic version.
The ruling yesterday (Thursday) means that the two patents which determine the drug’s dosage and composition, which were challenged by Hospira, were invalid. The underlying patent was not challenged. Hospira wants to launch a generic version after the patent expires on July 28.
Hospira said it was pleased with the decision while Reuters reported that a Roche spokeswoman said it was analyzing the court ruling and considering its next steps.
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