Viatris Is ‘Not Walking Away’ From Generics

Amid Steep Q1 Drop In Complex Generics, Company Reaffirms Commitment

After reporting sliding sales for both generics and complex generics in Q1, Viatris has nevertheless reaffirmed its commitment to the off-patent sector, highlighting in particular a planned launch this year of its Breyna rival to Symbicort.

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After a mixed Q1, Viatris says it is not walking away from generics • Source: Shutterstock

Viatris is not turning its back on small-molecule oral solid generics or more complex generics, the company has insisted, as it faced questions over its long-term commitment to the generics sector during its first-quarter earnings call.

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