Aurobindo Pharma signs non-exclusive voluntary license with MSD for generic alimatravir
Aurobindo Pharma has signed a non-exclusive voluntary licensing agreement with MSD to manufacture and supply generic alimatravir in 129 Low- & Middle-Income Countries. This royalty-free agreement aims to expand access to HIV prevention therapies globally, subject to regulatory approvals.
The agreement has a medium impact as it allows Aurobindo to enter new markets with a potential HIV prevention therapy, subject to regulatory approvals and successful development, which could lead to future revenue streams and market expansion.
The agreement is positive as it expands access to essential medicines in low and middle-income countries, fostering global health initiatives and demonstrating a commitment to equitable access.
Aurobindo Pharma Limited has entered into a non-exclusive voluntary licensing agreement with MSD (Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA). This royalty-free agreement permits Aurobindo Pharma to manufacture and supply generic alimatravir in 129 Low- & Middle-Income Countries (LMICs), subject to regulatory approvals. This initiative is part of a global effort to enhance access to HIV prevention therapies.
Umesh K, Associate President & Head – Global Access & Licensing at Aurobindo Pharma, stated that the collaboration reflects the company's commitment to partnering with innovators to accelerate equitable access to potential new therapies. Gregg Szabo, senior vice president, Global HIV Marketing, MSD, expressed pleasure in working with Aurobindo and other manufacturers to potentially supply generic alimatravir in these countries.
Aurobindo Pharma is an integrated global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Hyderabad, India, with a presence in over 150 countries. The company has 31 manufacturing and packaging facilities approved by leading regulatory agencies worldwide.
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