Privately Held Alvogen Announces Favorable Ruling on Patents Related to the Company’s Proposed Generic to Xifaxan® for IBS-D
MORRISTOWN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alvogen, a privately held pharmaceutical company focused on developing, manufacturing and selling generic and branded products, announced today a favorable district court ruling on multiple patents related to the company’s proposed generic to Xifaxan®, a treatment for irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D) in adults.
“We are extremely pleased with the district court’s decision, which brings us one step closer to bringing a more affordable alternative to patients taking Xifaxan for IBS-D,” said Robert Wessman, Chairman of Alvogen.
Mr. Wessman is also the founder and serves as Executive Chairman of Alvotech (NASDAQ: ALVO), a global biotech company specializing in the development and manufacture of biosimilar medicines for patients worldwide.
About Alvogen
Alvogen is a privately held pharmaceutical company focused on developing, manufacturing and selling generic and branded products for the US market. The company has a diverse portfolio and pipeline that includes both branded and generic products across various dosage forms. The Alvogen-family of companies and include Alvogen US (Generics), Almatica (Brands) and Almaject (Injectables).
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