Novartis AG is continuing to streamline its portfolio in a deal with Bausch + Lomb, Corporation that involves offloading “front of eye” ophthalmology products, particularly a marketed treatment for dry eye disease (DED) and pipeline assets under development that include a drug-delivery device for dry eye indications and one for chronic ocular surface pain (COSP). For Bausch + Lomb, it allows the company to expand its already considerable presence in ophthalmology, including in DED.
Novartis Eyes Leaner Ophthalmic Business In Xiidra Deal With Bausch + Lomb
The Swiss drug maker said it would sell the underperforming dry eye drug plus pipeline assets and rights to a delivery device for $2.5bn, which for Bausch + Lomb means a bigger presence in the space.
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