The breakup of the Hisun-Pfizer JV typifies an unhappy marriage between Chinese and MNC pharma firms in the generics segment in recent years, although the two companies will continue to work as commercial partners under a new framework. Scrip delves into the reasons for the split and also outlines why, China is, nevertheless, expected to see more joint ventures for innovative drugs.

Global sales of orthobiologics for musculoskeletal soft tissue replacement and regeneration are predicted to hit $1.4bn by 2021, driven largely by rising numbers of sports injuries requiring treatment, but also by a higher prevalence of osteoarthritis and a need for innovative treatments for musculoskeletal repair. This article offers an in-depth look at the orthobiologics market landscape for cartilage, meniscus and ligament/tendon replacement and regeneration, as well as insight from an orthopedic surgeon. It also analyzes key players in these markets and highlights emerging trends and the greatest barriers for wider adoption of products.

Global consumer chief Erica Mann says OTC drug and nutritional product sales should increase during the current quarter as consumers' self-care focus turns to sunscreens and allergy treatments. Bayer plans around 30 consumer product launches later in the year.

Global consumer chief Erica Mann says OTC drug and nutritional product sales should increase during the current quarter as consumers' self-care focus turns to sunscreens and allergy treatments. Bayer plans around 30 consumer product launches later in the year.