Pharmaceutical Patent News Monitoring

Nigeria Pharmacy Council Seals 572 Drug Outlets in Plateau

The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) has sealed 572 pharmacies, patent medicine stores and illegal outlets across Plateau State after a four day enforcement operation that uncovered widespread regulatory breaches. Enforcement teams inspected 778 premises …

Supreme Court Holds That to State a Claim for Inducing Patent Infringement, the Complaint Must Plausibly Allege That the ...

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. v. Amarin Pharma, Inc., No. 24-889 INTRODUCTION Yesterday, the Supreme Court held in a unanimous 9-0 decision that induced patent infringement requires active steps to encourage inducement; passive steps or actions that …

Cheaper obesity drugs set to boost profits for Brazil’s pharmacy chains

The launch of Brazil’s first domestically produced synthetic semaglutide alternatives, scheduled to begin on June 15, is expected to double gross margins for major pharmacy chains in the category—from roughly 15% today to between 30% and 40%—transforming …

PCN shuts 572 Pharmacies, Patent stores in Plateau

The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) has sealed off 572 pharmacies and patent stores across Plateau State for various regulatory violations, including unauthorised clinical practice, operation without valid licenses, illegal drug outlets and obstruction …

Hikma v. Amarin: When Does Generic Drug Marketing Become Patent Inducement?

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that Amarin failed to plausibly allege that Hikma Pharmaceuticals actively encouraged infringement of its cardiovascular-use patents, reversing a Federal Circuit decision that allowed the patent inducement claim to move …

Hengrui Pharmaceutical divulges new VAV1 degradation inducers

Cancer Researchers from Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals Co. Ltd. and Shanghai Hengrui Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. have reported molecular glue degraders acting as proto-oncogene Vav (VAV1) degradation inducers found to be potentially useful for the treatment …

What SCOTUS’s landmark Hikma skinny label ruling means for pharma patent strategies

The 9-0 decision in favour of the generic seller has implications for patent portfolio, investment diligence and pre-launch strategies, experts tell IAM Register for limited access Register to receive our newsletter and gain limited access to subscriber …

Simcere Zaiming Pharmaceutical discovers new MAPK inhibitors

Cancer Simcere Zaiming Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. has divulged new mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) inhibitors found to be potentially useful for the treatment of cancer. BioWorld Science Cancer Patents

Generic drugmakers gain key victory in ‘skinny label’ patent case

Hikma Pharmaceuticals didn’t run afoul of patent law in marketing a copycat version of Amarin’s heart drug Vascepa, the Supreme Court ruled Thursday, in a decision that could help protect makers of non-branded medicines from legal threats arising from “ …

Fed. Circ. Backs Melinta Patent Win In Injections Case

By Adam Lidgett ( June 5, 2026, 5:50 PM EDT) -- Nexus Pharmaceuticals lost its appeal of an Illinois federal judge's finding that it infringed a pair of patents relating to a line of injections that treat infections, after the Federal Circuit on Friday …

Magnetic Tattoo Removal Inventor Linda Paradis Takes the Stage at Dermatology & Beauty Conference 2026 in Dubai

Linda Paradis, worldwide patent holder of Magnetic Tattoo Removal, takes the stage at Dubai's Dermatology, Skin Care & Beauty Conference as speaker and sponsor. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On 22 May …

Sichuan Kelun-Biotech patents new anthracyclins

Hospitals face essential medicine shortages as drugmakers drop low-margin staples

Published: 05 Jun. 2026, 07:00 Updated: 05 Jun. 2026, 15:51 A syringe is seen at a drugstore in Bucheon, Gyeonggi on April 7. [NEWS1]   Korea's hospitals are bracing for a wave of shortages of essential medicines, the drugs that emergency and intensive …

Patent, Copyright Holders Coming Up Short at Supreme Court

The company behind a brand-name cardiovascular disease medication lost its patent case against a generic competitor in a 9-0 decision from the U.S. Supreme Court this week, with the justices reasserting the high bar for secondary liability in infringement …

Supreme Court Reverses Federal Circuit in Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. v. Amarin Pharma, Inc.: A Unanimous Decision ...

Today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. v. Amarin Pharma, Inc., No. 24-889, unanimously reversing the Federal Circuit and holding that Amarin failed to state a claim “more than a sheer possibility” for active …

Inside the affordable GLP-1 weight loss program market: What patients should actually compare in 2026

The arrival of GLP-1 receptor agonists as a mainstream tool for weight management has been one of the most consequential shifts in obesity medicine in a generation. It has also produced one of the most confusing consumer markets in healthcare. A patient …

Supreme Court Decision Provides Ammo for Use Against Indirect Patent Infringement Claims

The Supreme Court issued its decision today in Hikma Pharmaceuticals v. Amarin Pharma, addressing what it takes to successfully plead a claim for indirect patent infringement. The dispute focuses on the pharmaceutical industry and so-called “skinny labels …

Pfizer's 6.7% Yield Looks Scary -- but the Dividend Story Is Stronger Than It Seems

Key Points Pfizer is a highly respected pharmaceutical company. The drug maker is dealing with a mismatch between its new drug development and patent expirations. Management is standing behind the dividend, and it has the room to keep paying it for now. 10 …

Pharmaceutical Patent Written Description and Enablement Headaches? The Federal Circuit Clarifies a Cure

Determining the amount of disclosure sufficient to satisfy the written description and enablement requirements of 35 U.S.C. § 112(a) can be difficult, especially in the fields of biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and other unpredictable arts. In a recent …

Unseen Encourages Readers to Break Free From Limiting Labels and Rediscover Their True Identity

Mary Anne Bedington combines professional insight and personal reflection to help readers overcome false identities and embrace authentic self-worth. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Psychotherapist and author Mary …

Magnetic Tattoo Removal Inventor Linda Paradis Takes the Stage at Dermatology & Beauty Conference 2026 in Dubai

Linda Paradis, worldwide patent holder of Magnetic Tattoo Removal, takes the stage at Dubai's Dermatology, Skin Care & Beauty Conference as speaker and sponsor. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On 22 May …

TTW Releases Top 15 Coolcation Destinations in the Americas and Caribbean for 2026

TTW unveils the Top 15 Coolcation Destinations in the Americas and Caribbean for 2026, spotlighting cooler escapes, nature, culture, and adventure. NEW YORK , NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Travel And Tour World (TTW) has …

Hands-On Diagnostics Marks Major Milestone in Primary Care PT Residency

Candidacy approval advances Hands-On Diagnostics’ vision for Primary Care Physical Therapy and integrated diagnostics ASTORIA, NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hands-On Diagnostics is proud to announce a significant …

Dr. Craig Deligdish and OMNI Healthcare Welcome Renowned Trauma Surgeon Dr. Edgar Figueroa, FACS

MELBOURNE, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OMNI Healthcare is proud to welcome board-certified general surgeon Dr. Edgar Figueroa, MD, FACS, to its physician group — a significant addition to its mission of delivering high- …

Chenin Orthodontic Group Named 'Top Orthodontist' in Desert Companion Magazine for 2026, Recognized 12th year in a row

"Favorite Orthodontist" - "Best Orthodontist" as voted by dentist peers in Southern Nevada's Desert Companion Magazine for 2026 LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chenin Orthodontic Group …

Six-Month Outcomes Show Holistic Approach Effectiveness

iRely Recovery Reports Addiction Treatment Outcomes Above National Averages with 87% Completion Rate LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- iRely Recovery has released its first comprehensive six-month outcomes report …

医師とホリスティックヒーラーが初コラボ——「アレルギー性鼻炎をエネルギーワークで整える」特別ウェビナーを6月21日に開催

現代医療とエネルギーウェルネスが融合した、まったく新しいウェルビーイング体験 TOKYO, TOKYO, JAPAN, June 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NOCCI Wellness Energy Circleは、医学博士・島倉秀也医師（龍ヶ崎大徳ヘルシークリニック院長）とホリスティックヒーラー・NOCCIによる特別コラボウェビナー「アレルギー性鼻炎をエネルギーワークで整える」を、2026年6月21日（日）日本時間20:00 …

Two Childhood Friends, 11 Years of Care: The Doctors Behind Elevate Health Group Mark a Milestone

Dr. Narbeh Tovmassian, MD, FACP and Dr. Garen Derhartunian, MD, FACP founded Elevate Health Group in Glendale in 2015 & the practice spans three locations. GLENDALE, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This year, Elevate …

Dr. Simon S. Rabinowitz Named Top Pediatric Gastroenterologist of the Year by IAOTP

The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) will honor Dr. Simon S. Rabinowitz at their Annual Awards Gala in NYC at the Plaza Hotel NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Association of …

Mohali Gynaecologist Dr. Tejinder Kaur Featured for 15 Years of Impact in Women's Healthcare and Community Education

MOHALI (SAS NAGAR), PUNJAB, INDIA, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recognition for Excellence in Women's Healthcare Mohali, Punjab: Dr. Tejinder Kaur, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Motherhood Hospital, Mohali, has been …

RCP response to Lord Mann’s review of antisemitism and racism in the NHS

The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has welcomed the findings of Lord Mann’s review of antisemitism and other forms of racism across the NHS and healthcare regulatory system, and the government’s acceptance of its recommendations. Professor Mumtaz Patel …

Mentavi Health to Present Adult ADHD Diagnostic Evaluation Data at Psych Congress Elevate 2026

Co-authors CMO Barry K. Herman, MD, MMM, and VP Michelle Ripper-Lewis, BSN, to co-present Mentavi's peer-reviewed adult ADHD validation poster. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mentavi Health, a provider of …

International Spiritual Leader NOCCI Introduces the NOCCI Transformation Method

A new approach to emotional healing, consciousness expansion, and human potential development through energy-based practices. TOKYO, TOKYO, JAPAN, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International spiritual leader, channeler, and founder of NOCCI …

Tiller-Hewitt HealthCare Strategies Celebrates 25 Years of Helping Healthcare Organizations Achieve Strategic Growth

ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tiller-Hewitt HealthCare Strategies is celebrating its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter century of helping hospitals, health systems, physician groups, and healthcare leaders …

AMA webinar recording on maternity care coding changes now available

A recording of a free webinar on maternity care coding hosted by the American Medical Association on June 2 is now available. Registration is required to view the recording. The session covers the upcoming Current Procedural Terminology 2027 maternity care …

AHA, West Health launch learning collaborative on aging care 

The AHA is launching a new learning collaborative, Adopting Digital Tools for Better Aging Care, which is part of the West Health Accelerator at AHA’s Health Research & Educational Trust. The six-month collaborative will focus on operational …

AHA’s 10th annual #HAVhope Friday calls for workplace violence prevention and safer work environment 

June 5, 2026 is #HAVhope Friday, a national day of awareness highlighting how America’s hospitals and health systems prevent violence in their workplaces and communities by seeking partnerships, innovations and creative thinking to foster peace. The # …

CMS releases updated report on complaint data, enforcement efforts 

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has released an updated report on complaint data and enforcement of health insurance market reforms. CMS said it received 39,999 complaints alleging potential violations of requirements under the Public …

House Appropriations Committee releases FY 2027 appropriations bill 

The House Appropriations Committee June 4 released the fiscal year 2027 appropriations bill for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and related agencies. The bill provides a total discretionary allocation of $189.3 billion. HHS …