madman
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Great news for Canadians!
The first long-acting injectable esterifed T formulation will be available very soon!
* Apotex Inc. ("Apotex"), the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company, today announced they have entered into a licensing agreement whereby Apotex will have the exclusive Canadian rights to Nebido® (testosterone undecanoate), a long-acting injectable therapy indicated for the treatment of male hypogonadism (testosterone deficiency).[1]
Aachen, Germany & Toronto, Canada, February 5, 2026 – Grünenthal, a global leader in pain management and related diseases, and Apotex Inc. ("Apotex"), the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company, today announced they have entered into a licensing agreement whereby Apotex will have the exclusive Canadian rights to Nebido® (testosterone undecanoate), a long-acting injectable therapy indicated for the treatment of male hypogonadism (testosterone deficiency).[1]
Under the agreement, Searchlight Pharma, Apotex's branded medicine division, will pursue marketing authorisation and will market and distribute the product in Canada upon regulatory approval. Grünenthal will receive an upfront payment, regulatory milestone payments, and a margin on the sales.
This agreement deepens the existing partnership between Grünenthal and Apotex and strengthens their shared commitment to expanding Canadian patients' access to important therapies.
"We are delighted to expand our partnership with Apotex and further strengthen the global presence of the brand," says Jan Adams, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Grünenthal. "Through this agreement, we are providing a valuable and well-established brand that can benefit countless people living with testosterone deficiency in Canada."
"This marks an important step in Apotex's mission to broaden access to innovative medicines and advance our purpose as a Force for Health," says Mark Nawacki, President, Searchlight Pharma. "Nebido® addresses a recognised need in men's health and represents our first entry into testosterone therapy – opening a meaningful new therapeutic area for Apotex while strengthening our branded portfolio and expanding our presence in specialty care."
Grünenthal acquired the global rights for the brand in 2022 as part of its growth strategy. Since 2017, the company has invested over €2 billion in successful mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions, diversifying its portfolio, enhancing its profitability, and driving business growth. Grünenthal continues to expand the footprint of these brands and to create synergies throughout Grünenthal's infrastructure, including manufacturing, supply, logistics, and commercial activities.
The first long-acting injectable esterifed T formulation will be available very soon!
* Apotex Inc. ("Apotex"), the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company, today announced they have entered into a licensing agreement whereby Apotex will have the exclusive Canadian rights to Nebido® (testosterone undecanoate), a long-acting injectable therapy indicated for the treatment of male hypogonadism (testosterone deficiency).[1]
Aachen, Germany & Toronto, Canada, February 5, 2026 – Grünenthal, a global leader in pain management and related diseases, and Apotex Inc. ("Apotex"), the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company, today announced they have entered into a licensing agreement whereby Apotex will have the exclusive Canadian rights to Nebido® (testosterone undecanoate), a long-acting injectable therapy indicated for the treatment of male hypogonadism (testosterone deficiency).[1]
Under the agreement, Searchlight Pharma, Apotex's branded medicine division, will pursue marketing authorisation and will market and distribute the product in Canada upon regulatory approval. Grünenthal will receive an upfront payment, regulatory milestone payments, and a margin on the sales.
This agreement deepens the existing partnership between Grünenthal and Apotex and strengthens their shared commitment to expanding Canadian patients' access to important therapies.
"We are delighted to expand our partnership with Apotex and further strengthen the global presence of the brand," says Jan Adams, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Grünenthal. "Through this agreement, we are providing a valuable and well-established brand that can benefit countless people living with testosterone deficiency in Canada."
"This marks an important step in Apotex's mission to broaden access to innovative medicines and advance our purpose as a Force for Health," says Mark Nawacki, President, Searchlight Pharma. "Nebido® addresses a recognised need in men's health and represents our first entry into testosterone therapy – opening a meaningful new therapeutic area for Apotex while strengthening our branded portfolio and expanding our presence in specialty care."
Grünenthal acquired the global rights for the brand in 2022 as part of its growth strategy. Since 2017, the company has invested over €2 billion in successful mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions, diversifying its portfolio, enhancing its profitability, and driving business growth. Grünenthal continues to expand the footprint of these brands and to create synergies throughout Grünenthal's infrastructure, including manufacturing, supply, logistics, and commercial activities.
