Dr Reddy's settles case with Celgene on cancer drug

NEW DELHI: Dr Reddy's Laboratories on Tuesday said it has entered into a confidential settlement agreement with the US-based biotechnology firm Celgene for its abbreviated new drug submissions (ANDS) related to a generic version of REVLIMID brand capsules pending before Health Canada.

REVLIMID (Lenalidomide) is indicated for treatment for multiple myeloma (cancer).

"Pursuant to this confidential settlement, the parties agreed to discontinue all legal proceedings involving certain of Celgene's Canadian patents related to Lenalidomide and the company's ANDS for a generic version of Celgene's Lenalidomide capsules pending before Health Canada," Dr Reddy's said in a BSE filing.


Dr Reddy's Laboratories said other terms of the agreement are confidential.

Shares of Dr Reddy's Laboratories closed 0.19 per cent higher at Rs 2,796.40 on BSE.