Dr. Reddy's enters licensing agreement with Immutep for Eftilagimod Alfa
Dr. Reddy's collaborates with Immutep for Eftilagimod Alfa, gaining exclusive rights outside key markets. Immutep receives USD 20 million upfront with potential for USD 349.5 million in milestones plus royalties.
The deal provides Dr. Reddy's with access to a novel immunotherapy, but its impact is limited to specific markets outside North America, Europe, Japan, and Greater China.
The announcement highlights a strategic collaboration that expands Dr. Reddy's portfolio with a promising cancer therapy, and includes potential future revenue through milestone payments and royalties.
* Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories SA, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dr. Reddy’s, has entered into a strategic collaboration and exclusive licensing agreement with Immutep SAS. * The agreement is for the development and commercialization of Eftilagimod Alfa in all countries outside North America, Europe, Japan, and Greater China. * Immutep will receive an upfront payment of USD 20 million (₹166 crore) and is eligible for potential regulatory, development, and commercial milestone payments of up to USD 349.5 million (₹2,912 crore), plus double-digit royalties on commercial sales. * Dr. Reddy’s gains exclusive rights to develop and commercialize Eftilagimod Alfa in specified territories, marking its continuous efforts to deliver first-in-class cancer therapies. * M.V. Ramana, CEO – Branded Markets (India & Emerging Markets), Dr. Reddy’s, stated that the company looks forward to leveraging its expertise and strong market access to advance the development and commercialization of this promising cancer therapy.
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