Biggest changeIn particular, our wholly-owned subsidiary Theravance Biopharma R&D IP, LLC owns the following US patents that are listed in the FDA Approved Drug Products with Therapeutic Equivalence Evaluations (Orange Book) for YUPELRI (revefenacin) inhalation solution: US Patent No. 7,288,657, expiring on October 31, 2028 (including patent term extension); US Patent No. 7,491,736, expiring March 10, 2025; US Patent No. 7,521,041, expiring March 10, 2025; US Patent No. 7,550,595, expiring March 10, 2025; US Patent No. 7,585,879, expiring March 10, 2025; US Patent No. 7,910,608, expiring March 10, 2025; US Patent No. 8,034,946, expiring March 10, 2025; US Patent No. 8,053,448, expiring March 10, 2025; US Patent No. 8,273,894, expiring March 10, 2025; US Patent No. 8,541,451, expiring August 25, 2031; US Patent No. 9,765,028, expiring July 14, 2030; US Patent No. 10,106,503, expiring March 10, 2025; US Patent No. 10,343,995, expiring March 10, 2025; US Patent No. 10,550,081, expiring July 14, 2030; US Patent No. 11,008,289, expiring July 14, 2030; US Patent No. 11,247,969, expiring March 10, 2025; US Patent No. 11,484,531, expiring October 23, 2039; US Patent No. 11,691,948, expiring July 14, 2030; US Patent No. 11,858,898, expiring July 14, 2030; and US Patent No. 12,048,692, expiring August 29, 2039.
Biggest changeIn particular, our wholly-owned subsidiary Theravance Biopharma R&D IP, LLC owns the following US patents that are listed in the FDA Approved Drug Products with Therapeutic Equivalence Evaluations (Orange Book) for YUPELRI (revefenacin) inhalation solution: US Patent No. 7,288,657, expiring on October 31, 2028 (including patent term extension); US Patent No. 8,541,451, expiring August 25, 2031; US Patent No. 9,765,028, expiring July 14, 2030; US Patent No. 10,550,081, expiring July 14, 2030; US Patent No. 11,008,289, expiring July 14, 2030; US Patent No. 11,484,531, expiring October 23, 2039; US Patent No. 11,691,948, expiring July 14, 2030; US Patent No. 11,858,898, expiring July 14, 2030; US Patent No. 12,048,692, expiring August 29, 2039; and US Patent No. 12,285,417, expiring August 29, 2039.
Adequate third-party reimbursement may not be available to enable us to maintain price levels sufficient to realize an appropriate return on our investment in product development. Fraud and Abuse Laws Our interactions and arrangements with customers and third-party payors are subject to applicable US federal and state fraud and abuse laws and equivalent third country laws.
Adequate third-party reimbursement may not be available to enable us to maintain price levels sufficient to realize an appropriate return on investment in product development. Fraud and Abuse Laws Our interactions and arrangements with customers and third-party payors are subject to applicable US federal and state fraud and abuse laws and equivalent third country laws.
The FDA has broad post-market regulatory and enforcement powers, including the ability to require changes to a product’s approved labeling, including the addition of new warnings and contraindications, or the implementation of other risk management measures, including distribution-related restrictions, if there are new safety information developments, suspend or delay issuance of approvals, seize products, withdraw approvals, enjoin violations, and initiate criminal prosecution. If regulatory approval for a medicine is obtained, the clearance to market the product will be limited to those diseases and conditions approved by FDA and for which the medicine was shown to be effective, as demonstrated through clinical studies and specified in the medicine’s labeling.
The FDA has broad post-market regulatory and enforcement powers, including the ability to require changes to a product’s approved labeling, including the addition of new warnings and contraindications, or the implementation of other risk management measures, including distribution-related restrictions, if there are new safety information developments, suspend or delay issuance of approvals, seize products, withdraw approvals, enjoin violations, and initiate criminal prosecution. If regulatory approval for a medicine is obtained, the approval to market the product will be limited to those diseases and conditions approved by the FDA and for which the medicine was shown to be effective, as demonstrated through clinical studies and specified in the medicine’s labeling.
For more information, see the risk factor under the heading “Changes in healthcare law and implementing regulations, including government restrictions on pricing and reimbursement, as well as healthcare policy and other healthcare payor and distributor cost containment initiatives, may negatively impact us, our collaboration partners, or those commercializing products with respect to which we have an economic interest or right to receive royalties” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Pharmaceutical Pricing We participated in and had certain price reporting obligations under the Medicaid Drug Rebate and other programs and we remain responsible for data reported under those programs in past quarters, as described in greater detail under the risk factor “ If we failed to comply with our reporting and payment obligations under the Medicaid Drug Rebate program or other governmental pricing programs, we could be subject to additional reimbursement requirements, penalties, sanctions and fines, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations and growth prospects” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Our ability, and the ability of our collaboration partners, licensees, or those commercializing products with respect to which we have an economic interest or right to receive royalties to commercialize our products successfully, and our ability to attract commercialization partners for our products, depends in significant part on the availability of adequate financial coverage and reimbursement from third-party payors, including, in the US, governmental payors such as the Medicare and Medicaid programs, managed care organizations, and private health insurers.
For more information, see the risk factor under the heading “Changes in healthcare law and implementing regulations, including government restrictions on pricing and reimbursement, as well as healthcare policy and other healthcare payor and distributor cost containment initiatives, may negatively impact us, our collaboration partners, or those commercializing products with respect to which we have an economic interest or right to receive royalties” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Pharmaceutical Pricing We participated in and had certain price reporting obligations under the Medicaid Drug Rebate and other programs and we remain responsible for data reported under those programs in past quarters, as described in greater detail under the risk factor “ If we failed to comply with our reporting and payment obligations under the Medicaid Drug Rebate program or other governmental pricing programs, we could be subject to additional reimbursement requirements, penalties, sanctions and fines, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations and growth prospects” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Our ability, and the ability of our collaboration partners, licensees, or those commercializing products with respect to which we have an economic interest or right to receive royalties to commercialize our products successfully depends in significant part on the availability of adequate financial coverage and reimbursement from third-party payors, including, in the US, governmental payors such as the Medicare and Medicaid programs, managed care organizations, and private health insurers.
Note 3. Segment Information,” to our consolidated financial statements in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Corporation Information Theravance Biopharma was incorporated in the Cayman Islands in July 2013 under the name Theravance Biopharma, Inc. Theravance Biopharma began operating as an independent, publicly-traded company on June 2, 2014 following a spin-off from Innoviva, Inc.
Note 3. Segment Information, to our consolidated financial statements in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Corporation Information Theravance Biopharma was incorporated in the Cayman Islands in July 2013 under the name Theravance Biopharma, Inc. Theravance Biopharma began operating as an independent, publicly-traded company on June 2, 2014 following a spin-off from Innoviva, Inc.
From January 1, 2024, eligible GB marketing authorization applications can benefit from a new International Recognition Procedure that allows the UK regulatory authority, the MHRA, to conduct targeted assessments by recognizing approvals from trusted reference regulatory agencies in Australia, Canada, the EU, Japan, Singapore, Switzerland and the US.
From January 1, 2024, eligible UK marketing authorization applications can benefit from a new International Recognition Procedure that allows the UK regulatory authority, the MHRA, to conduct targeted assessments by recognizing approvals from trusted reference regulatory agencies in Australia, Canada, the EU, Japan, Singapore, Switzerland and the US.
The FDA may determine that a Risk Evaluation and Management Strategy (“REMS”) is necessary to ensure that the benefits of a product outweigh its risks. At the end of the review period, the FDA communicates either approval of the NDA or issues a complete response letter (“CRL”) listing the application’s deficiencies.
The FDA may determine that a Risk Evaluation and Management Strategy is necessary to ensure that the benefits of a product outweigh its risks. At the end of the review period, the FDA communicates either approval of the NDA or issues a complete response letter (“CRL”) listing the application’s deficiencies.
The NDA also must contain extensive manufacturing information, and under the Pediatric Research Equity Act (“PREA”), certain applications for approval must also include an assessment, generally based on clinical study data, of the safety and effectiveness of the subject drug in relevant pediatric populations.
The NDA also must contain extensive manufacturing information, and under the Pediatric Research Equity Act, certain applications for approval must also include an assessment, generally based on clinical study data, of the safety and effectiveness of the subject drug in relevant pediatric populations.
Post-approval modifications to the drug, such as changes in indications, labeling, or manufacturing processes or facilities, may require a sponsor to develop additional data or conduct additional pre-clinical studies or clinical trials, to be submitted in a new or supplemental NDA, which would require FDA approval. If an application is approved, drug products are subject to continuing regulation by the FDA, and the FDA may withdraw the product approval if compliance with post-marketing regulatory standards is not maintained or if safety or quality issues are identified after the product reaches the marketplace.
Post-approval modifications to the drug, such as changes in indications, labeling, or manufacturing processes or facilities, may require a sponsor to develop additional data or conduct additional preclinical studies or clinical trials, to be submitted in a new or supplemental NDA, which would require FDA approval. If an application is approved, drug products are subject to continuing regulation by the FDA, and the FDA may withdraw the product approval if compliance with post-marketing regulatory standards is not maintained or if safety or quality issues are identified after the product reaches the marketplace.
Nebulized ensifentrine has the potential to be complementary to YUPELRI given that it is another nebulized treatment for COPD maintenance care and is positioned as an add-on to standard of care (“SOC”) therapy which includes LAMA + LABA. Sanofi and Regeneron Pharmaceutical, Inc. received US approval for their first-in-class, IL-4/IL-13 monoclonal antibody (mAb) Dupixent ® (dupilumab) for COPD in September 2024.
Nebulized ensifentrine has the potential to be complementary to YUPELRI given that it is another nebulized treatment for COPD maintenance care and is positioned as an add-on to standard of care (“SOC”) therapy which includes LAMA + LABA. Sanofi and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. received US approval for their first-in-class IL-4/IL-13 monoclonal antibody (mAb), Dupixent ® (dupilumab), for COPD in September 2024.
These laws and related risks are described in greater detail under the risk factor “If we fail to comply with data protection laws and regulations, we could be subject to government enforcement actions (which could include civil or 13 Table of Contents criminal penalties), private litigation and/or adverse publicity, which could negatively affect our operating results and busines s” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Patents and Proprietary Rights We will be able to protect our technology from unauthorized use by third parties only to the extent that our technology is covered by valid and enforceable patents or is effectively maintained as trade secrets.
These laws and related risks are described in greater detail under the risk factor “If we fail to comply with data protection laws and regulations, we could be subject to government enforcement actions (which could include civil or criminal penalties), private litigation and/or adverse publicity, which could negatively affect our operating results and busines s” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Patents and Proprietary Rights We will be able to protect our technology from unauthorized use by third parties only to the extent that our technology is covered by valid and enforceable patents or is effectively maintained as trade secrets.
For more information, see the risk factor under the heading “ There is a single source of supply for our product candidate and for YUPELRI, and our business will be harmed if any of these single-source manufacturers are not able to satisfy demand and alternative sources are not available ” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Government Regulation The development and commercialization of pharmaceutical products and our product candidates by us, our collaboration partners and licensees, and those commercializing products in which we have an economic interest, such as GSK, are subject to extensive regulation by governmental authorities in the US and other countries.
For more information, see the risk factor under the heading “ There is a single source of supply for YUPELRI, and our business will be harmed if manufacturers are not able to satisfy demand and alternative sources are not available ” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Government Regulation The development and commercialization of pharmaceutical products and product candidates by us, our collaboration partners and licensees, and those commercializing products in which we have an economic interest, such as GSK, are subject to extensive regulation by governmental authorities in the US and other countries.
In each of these areas, as above, the FDA and other regulatory authorities have broad regulatory and enforcement powers, including the ability to suspend or delay issuance of approvals, seize products, withdraw approvals, enjoin violations, and initiate criminal prosecution, any one or more of which could have a material adverse effect upon our business, financial condition and results of operations. Outside the US, the ability to market products will also depend on receiving marketing authorizations from the appropriate regulatory authorities.
In each of these areas, as above, the FDA and other regulatory authorities have broad regulatory and enforcement powers, including the ability to suspend or delay issuance of 11 Table of Contents approvals, seize products, withdraw approvals, enjoin violations, and initiate criminal prosecution, any one or more of which could have a material adverse effect upon our business, financial condition and results of operations. Outside the US, the ability to market products will also depend on receiving marketing authorizations from the appropriate regulatory authorities.
Risks similar to those associated with FDA approval described above exist with the regulatory approval processes in other countries. United States Healthcare Reform The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, as amended (the “Healthcare Reform Act”), substantially changed the way healthcare is financed by both governmental and private insurers, and impacts pricing and reimbursement of YUPELRI and the marketed drugs with respect to which we are entitled to royalty or similar payments, and related commercial operations.
Risks similar to those associated with FDA approval described above exist with the regulatory approval processes in other countries. United States Healthcare Reform The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, as amended (the “ACA”), substantially changed the way healthcare is financed by both governmental and private insurers, and impacts pricing and reimbursement of YUPELRI and the marketed drugs with respect to which we are entitled to royalty or similar payments, and related commercial operations.
The CRL may require additional testing or information, including additional pre-clinical or clinical data, for the FDA to reconsider the application. Even if such additional information and data are submitted, the FDA may decide that the NDA still does not meet the standards for approval.
The CRL may require additional testing or information, including additional preclinical or clinical data, for the FDA to reconsider the application. Even if such additional information and data are submitted, the FDA may decide that the NDA still does not meet the standards for approval.
However, if we are unable to obtain contract manufacturing or obtain such manufacturing on commercially reasonable terms, or if manufacturing is interrupted at one of our suppliers, whether due to regulatory or other reasons, we may not be able to develop or commercialize our products as planned. Any inability to acquire sufficient quantities of API or drug product in a timely manner from current or future sources could disrupt our development programs, the conduct of clinical trials or our commercialization efforts.
However, if we are unable to obtain contract manufacturing or obtain such manufacturing on commercially reasonable terms, or if manufacturing is interrupted at one of our suppliers, whether due to regulatory or other reasons, we may not be able to develop or commercialize products. Any inability to acquire sufficient quantities of API or drug product in a timely manner from current or future sources could disrupt any development programs, clinical trials or commercialization efforts.
Data from clinical trials are not always conclusive and the FDA may interpret data differently than the sponsor. FDA approval of any application may include many delays or never be granted. If FDA grants approval, an approval letter authorizes commercial marketing of the product candidate with specific prescribing information for specific indications.
Data from clinical trials are not always conclusive and the FDA may interpret data differently than the sponsor. FDA 10 Table of Contents approval of any application may include many delays or never be granted. If FDA grants approval, an approval letter authorizes commercial marketing of the product candidate with specific prescribing information for specific indications.
The benefit to MSA patients in the study was observed in multiple endpoints including Orthostatic Hypotension Symptom Assessment Scale (“OHSA”) composite, Orthostatic Hypotension Daily Activities Scale (“OHDAS”) composite, Orthostatic Hypotension Questionnaire (“OHQ”) composite 7 Table of Contents and OHSA #1. Throughout the study, there was no indication of worsening of supine hypertension among any of the patient sub-groups.
The benefit to MSA patients in the study was observed in multiple endpoints including Orthostatic Hypotension Symptom Assessment Scale (“OHSA”) composite, Orthostatic Hypotension Daily Activities Scale (“OHDAS”) composite, Orthostatic Hypotension Questionnaire (“OHQ”) composite and OHSA #1. Throughout the study, there was no indication of worsening of supine hypertension among any of the patient sub-groups.
We invest in employee learning and development by identifying and providing training and development programs, speakers, tuition reimbursement, and cross-training in areas of interest beyond hired role. We work diligently to attract the best talent from a diverse range of sources to meet the current and future demands of our business.
We invest 17 Table of Contents in employee learning and development by identifying and providing training and development programs, speakers, tuition reimbursement, and cross-training in areas of interest beyond hired role. We work diligently to attract the best talent from a diverse range of sources to meet the current and future demands of our business.
Healthcare providers are permitted to prescribe drugs for “off-label” uses - that is, uses not approved by the FDA and not described in the product’s labeling - because the FDA does not 11 Table of Contents regulate the practice of medicine. However, FDA regulations impose restrictions on manufacturers’ communications regarding off-label uses.
Healthcare providers are permitted to prescribe drugs for “off-label” uses - that is, uses not approved by the FDA and not described in the product’s labeling - because the FDA does not regulate the practice of medicine. However, FDA regulations impose restrictions on manufacturers’ communications regarding off-label uses.
In exchange, Royalty Pharma will receive future unsecured royalties of 2.5% on annual ampreloxetine global net sales up to $500.0 million and 4.5% on annual global net sales over $500.0 million.
In exchange, Royalty Pharma would receive future unsecured royalties of 2.5% on annual ampreloxetine global net sales up to $500.0 million and 4.5% on annual global net sales over $500.0 million.
In addition, we provide a variety of programs and services that meet our employees' needs and encourage work-life balance. These services 18 Table of Contents include competitive and affordable healthcare and additional insurance benefits for both full-time and part-time employees, including eligible dependents.
In addition, we provide a variety of programs and services that meet our employees' needs and encourage work-life balance. These services include competitive and affordable healthcare and additional insurance benefits for both full-time and part-time employees, including eligible dependents.
Before marketing in the US, any medicine must undergo rigorous preclinical studies and clinical studies and an extensive regulatory approval process implemented by the FDA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Outside the US, the ability to market a product depends upon receiving a marketing authorization from the appropriate regulatory authorities which are subject to equally rigorous regulatory obligations.
Before marketing in 9 Table of Contents the US, any medicine must undergo rigorous preclinical studies and clinical studies and an extensive regulatory approval process implemented by the FDA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Outside the US, the ability to market a product depends upon receiving a marketing authorization from the appropriate regulatory authorities which are subject to equally rigorous regulatory obligations.
The reimbursement environment is described in greater detail under the risk factor “Changes in healthcare law and implementing regulations, including government restrictions on pricing and reimbursement, as well as healthcare policy and other healthcare payor and distributor cost containment initiatives, may negatively impact us, our collaboration partners, or those commercializing products with respect to which we have an economic interest or right to receive royalties” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Coverage and Reimbursement Market acceptance and sales of any one or more of our product candidates will depend on reimbursement policies and may be affected by future healthcare reform measures in the US.
The reimbursement environment is described in greater detail under the risk factor “Changes in healthcare law and implementing regulations, including government restrictions on pricing and 12 Table of Contents reimbursement, as well as healthcare policy and other healthcare payor and distributor cost containment initiatives, may negatively impact us, our collaboration partners, or those commercializing products with respect to which we have an economic interest or right to receive royalties” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Coverage and Reimbursement Market acceptance and sales of any product depend on reimbursement policies and may be affected by future healthcare reform measures in the US.
These clinical trials are intended to establish the overall risk/benefit profile of the product and provide an adequate basis for product labeling. 10 Table of Contents The results of product development, preclinical studies and clinical studies must be submitted to the FDA as part of an NDA.
These clinical trials are intended to establish the overall risk/benefit profile of the product and provide an adequate basis for product labeling. The results of product development, preclinical studies and clinical studies must be submitted to the FDA as part of an NDA.
The stability of revefenacin in both metered dose inhaler and dry powder inhaler (“MDI/DPI”) formulations suggests that revefenacin could also serve as a foundation for novel handheld combination products. 5 Table of Contents We co-developed YUPELRI with our collaboration partner, Viatris Inc.
The stability of revefenacin in both metered dose inhaler and dry powder inhaler (“MDI/DPI”) formulations suggests that revefenacin could also serve as a foundation for novel handheld combination products. We co-developed YUPELRI with our collaboration partner, Viatris Inc. (“Viatris”).
The second pivotal study (REDWOOD), a four-month open label study followed by a six-week randomized withdrawal phase was designed to evaluate the durability of the same patient group’s response to ampreloxetine.
The second pivotal study (REDWOOD), a four-month open label study followed by a six-week 6 Table of Contents randomized withdrawal phase was designed to evaluate the durability of the same patient group’s response to ampreloxetine.
During 2023, Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc. voluntarily withdrew Lonhala ® Magnair ® (glycopyrrolate) from the US market due to limited utilization, leaving YUPELRI as the only approved nebulized LAMA. Verona Pharma plc’s ensifentrine, a first-in-class, selective inhaled dual inhibitor of PDE3 and PDE4 received FDA approval in June 2024.
During 2023, Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc. voluntarily withdrew Lonhala ® Magnair ® (glycopyrrolate) from the US market due to limited utilization, leaving YUPELRI as the only approved nebulized LAMA. Verona Pharma plc’s, now Merck & Co., Inc’s Ohtuvayre ® (ensifentrine), a first-in-class, nebulized selective inhaled dual inhibitor of PDE3 and PDE4 received FDA approval in June 2024.
However, our understanding of whether and when our products are likely to be subject to selection for negotiation could evolve as the Drug Price Negotiation Program is implemented. We further expect continued scrutiny on pricing from Congress, agencies, and other bodies with respect to drug pricing.
Our understanding of whether and when our product is likely to be subject to selection for negotiation could evolve as the Drug Price Negotiation Program is implemented. We further expect continued scrutiny on pricing from Congress, agencies, and other bodies with respect to drug pricing.
District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina. The suits in Delaware and North Carolina have been dismissed, as all generic companies have agreed to venue in New Jersey. The complaint alleges that by filing the ANDAs, the generic companies have infringed five of our Orange Book listed patents.
The suits in Delaware and North Carolina have been dismissed, as all generic companies have agreed to venue in New Jersey. The complaint alleges that by filing the ANDAs, the generic companies have infringed five of our Orange Book listed patents.
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (the “IRA”) establishes a new manufacturer discount program, Part B and Part D inflation rebates, and a Drug Price Negotiation Program under which the prices for Medicare units of certain high Medicare spend drugs without generic or biosimilar competition will be capped by reference to, among other things, a specified non- 12 Table of Contents federal average manufacturer price, with negotiated prices set to take effect starting in 2026.
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (the “IRA”) established a new manufacturer discount program, Part B and Part D inflation rebates, and a Drug Price Negotiation Program under which the prices for Medicare units of certain high Medicare spend drugs without generic or biosimilar competition are capped by reference to, among other things, a specified non-federal average manufacturer price, with negotiated prices set to take effect starting in 2026.
(collectively, the “generic companies”), that they have each filed with the FDA an ANDA, for a generic version of YUPELRI. The notices from the generic companies each included a paragraph IV certification with respect to five of our patents listed in the FDA’s Orange Book for YUPELRI on the date of our receipt of the notice.
(collectively, the “generic companies”), that they have each filed with the FDA an abbreviated new drug application (“ANDA”), for a generic version of YUPELRI. The notices from the generic companies each included a Paragraph IV certification with respect to five of our patents listed in the FDA’s Orange Book for YUPELRI on the date of our receipt of the notice.
GSK continues to pursue approval for the asthma indication in additional markets. See “Risk Factors—We do not control the commercialization of TRELEGY; accordingly, our receipt of Milestone Payments and receipt of the value we currently anticipate from the Outer Years Royalty will depend on, among other factors, GSK’s ability to further commercialize TRELEGY” for additional information. Our Strategy Our focus is to deliver medicines that make a difference ® in people's lives.
GSK continues to pursue approval for the asthma indication in additional markets. See “Risk Factors—We do not control the commercialization of TRELEGY; accordingly, our receipt of Milestone Payments will depend on, among other factors, GSK’s ability to further commercialize TRELEGY” for additional information. Our Strategy Our focus is to deliver medicines that make a difference ® in people's lives.
Our 2024 survey scores averaged an overall score of 4.4 on a scale of 1 (Strongly Disagree) through 5 (Strongly Agree), and we received 96% participation from employees.
Our 2025 survey scores averaged an overall score of 4.4 on a scale of 1 (Strongly Disagree) through 5 (Strongly Agree), and we received 98% participation from employees.
Total 2024 TRELEGY global net sales represented a 26% increase compared to 2023, and TRELEGY is currently expected to generate global peak sales of $4.0 billion in 2026 according to consensus estimates. In addition to potential Milestone Payments, we will receive from Royalty Pharma 85% of the royalty payments on TRELEGY payable to Royalty Pharma for: (a) sales or other activities occurring on and after January 1, 2031 related to TRELEGY in the US; and (b) sales or other activities occurring on and after July 1, 2029 related to TRELEGY outside of the US.
Total 2025 TRELEGY global net sales represented a 13% increase compared to 2024, and TRELEGY is currently expected to generate global peak sales of $4.3 billion in 2026 according to consensus estimates. In addition to potential Milestone Payments, we were eligible to receive from Royalty Pharma 85% of the royalty payments on TRELEGY payable to Royalty Pharma for: (a) sales or other activities occurring on and after January 1, 2031 related to TRELEGY in the US; and (b) sales or other activities occurring on and after July 1, 2029 related to TRELEGY outside of the US.
In February 2025, we were informed by Royalty Pharma that the 2024 minimum royalty amount for TRELEGY was achieved based on $3.46 billion of 2024 TRELEGY global net sales, and we received the maximum $50.0 million Milestone Payment from Royalty Pharma in February 2025. As of February 28, 2025, a total of $150.0 million in potential Milestone Payments remain available to us.
Furthermore, in February 2026, we were informed by Royalty Pharma that the 2025 minimum royalty amount for TRELEGY was also achieved based on $3.91 billion of 2025 TRELEGY global net sales, and we received the maximum $50.0 million Milestone Payment from Royalty Pharma in February 2026. As of February 28, 2026, a total of $100.0 million in potential Milestone Payments remain available to us.
Certain provisions of the Healthcare Reform Act have been subject to judicial challenges as well as efforts to modify them or to alter their interpretation or implementation.
Certain provisions of the ACA have been subject to judicial challenges as well as efforts to modify them or to alter their interpretation or implementation.
Where it is necessary to share our proprietary information or data with outside parties, our policy is to make available only that information and data required to accomplish the desired purpose and only pursuant to a duty of confidentiality on the part of those parties. As of December 31, 2024, we owned a total of 177 issued US patents and 1,070 granted foreign patents, as well as additional pending US patent applications and foreign patent applications.
Where it is necessary to share our proprietary information or data with outside parties, our policy is to make available only that information and data required to accomplish the desired purpose and only pursuant to a duty of confidentiality on the part of those parties. 13 Table of Contents As of December 31, 2025, we owned a total of 119 issued US patents and 666 granted foreign patents, as well as additional pending US patent applications and foreign patent applications.
Within the EU and the UK, regulatory protections are afforded to medicinal products such as data exclusivity. On April 26, 2023, the European Commission adopted a proposal for a new Directive and a new Regulation. In April 2024, the European Parliament published its amendments to the Commission proposal.
Within the EU and the UK, regulatory protections are afforded to medicinal products such as data exclusivity. On April 26, 2023, the European Commission adopted a proposal for a new Directive and a new Regulation.
Our current Code of Business Conduct, Corporate Governance Guidelines, Articles of Association, Board of Director Committee Charters, and other materials, including amendments thereto, may also be found on our investor relations website under “Corporate Governance.” The information found on our website is not part of this or any other report that we file with or furnish to the SEC.
Our current Code of Business Conduct, Corporate Governance Guidelines, Articles of Association, Board of Director Committee Charters, and other materials, including amendments thereto, may also be found on our investor relations website under “Corporate Governance.” The information found on our website is not part of this or any other report that we file with or furnish to the SEC. 18 Table of Contents Theravance Biopharma and the Theravance Biopharma logo are registered trademarks of the Theravance Biopharma group of companies.
We are committed to creating/driving shareholder value. We follow these core guiding principles in our mission to drive value creation: ● Focus on insight and innovation; ● Outsource non-core activities; ● Create and foster an integrated environment; and ● Aggressively manage uncertainty. We manage our programs with the goal of optimizing value and allocation of resources.
We are committed to creating/driving shareholder value. We follow these core guiding principles in our mission to drive value creation: ● Focus on insight and innovation; ● Outsource non-core activities; ● Create and foster an integrated environment; and ● Aggressively manage uncertainty.
The notice from the subsequent ANDA filer included a paragraph IV certification with respect to certain of our patents listed in FDA’s Orange Book for YUPELRI. The asserted patents relate generally to polymorphic forms of and a method of treatment using YUPELRI. In June 2024, we filed a patent infringement suit against the subsequent ANDA filer in the U.S.
The notice from the subsequent ANDA filer included a Paragraph IV certification with respect to certain of our patents listed in FDA’s Orange Book for YUPELRI. The asserted patents relate generally to polymorphic forms of and a method of treatment using YUPELRI.
This suit has been consolidated with the action described above. This litigation and the related risks are described in greater detail under the risk factor “ Litigation to protect or defend our intellectual property or third-party claims of intellectual property infringement will require us to divert resources and may prevent or delay our drug development and commercialization efforts” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Competition Our late-stage development program, and the marketed products to which we are entitled to profit share revenue, royalty or similar payments are primarily focused on respiratory and neurological therapeutics.
Method of treatment patents expiring in 2039 remain in the litigation. This litigation and the related risks are described in greater detail under the risk factor “ Litigation to protect or defend our intellectual property or third-party claims of intellectual property infringement will require us to divert resources and may prevent or delay our drug development and commercialization efforts ” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Competition The marketed products to which we are entitled to profit share revenue, royalty or similar payments are primarily focused on respiratory therapeutics.
If ampreloxetine regulatory approval is not achieved or if ampreloxetine sales are never recognized, the amounts invested by Royalty Pharma would not be repaid by us. Economic Interests and Other Assets Mid- and Long-Term Economic Interest in TRELEGY ® In July 2022, we completed the sale of all of our equity interests in Theravance Respiratory Company, LLC (“TRC”) representing our 85% economic interest in the sales-based royalty rights on worldwide net sales of GSK plc's (“GSK”) TRELEGY ELLIPTA (“TRELEGY”) to Royalty Pharma for approximately $1.11 billion in upfront cash while retaining future value through the right to receive contingent milestone payments and certain outer year-royalties. From and after January 1, 2023, for any calendar year starting with the year ended December 31, 2023 and ending with the year December 31, 2026, upon certain milestone minimum royalty amounts for TRELEGY being met, Royalty Pharma is obligated to make certain cash payments to us (the “Milestone Payments(s)”).
There can be no assurance that any additional regulatory engagement will occur. Economic Interests and Other Assets Economic Interest in TRELEGY ® In July 2022, we completed the sale of all of our equity interests in Theravance Respiratory Company, LLC (“TRC”) representing our 85% economic interest in the sales-based royalty rights on worldwide net sales of GSK plc's 7 Table of Contents (“GSK”) TRELEGY ELLIPTA (“TRELEGY”) to Royalty Pharma for approximately $1.11 billion in upfront cash while retaining future value through the right to receive contingent milestone payments and certain outer year-royalties. From and after January 1, 2023, for any calendar year starting with the year ended December 31, 2023 and ending with the year ending December 31, 2026, upon certain milestone minimum royalty amounts for TRELEGY being met, Royalty Pharma is obligated to make certain cash payments to us (the “Milestone Payments(s)”).
Whether any of our products are selected for negotiation for a given year will depend on whether they are at least 7 years post-approval/licensure; whether they meet any of the exclusions from eligibility for selection for negotiation, such as the exclusion of certain orphan drugs; their expenditures under Medicare Part B or Part D during a statutorily specified period; and whether a generic of the product has been determined to have come to market.
Whether our product is selected for negotiation for a given year will depend on whether it is at least 7 years post-approval/licensure; whether it meets any of the exclusions from eligibility for selection for negotiation; its expenditures under Medicare Part B or Part D during a statutorily specified period; and whether a generic of the product has been determined to have come to market.
We expect that the Healthcare Reform Act, its implementation, efforts to modify, or invalidate, the Healthcare Reform Act or portions thereof, or its implementation, and other healthcare reform measures that may be adopted in the future, could have a material adverse effect on our industry generally and on the ability of us, our collaboration partners, or those commercializing products with respect to which we have an economic interest or right to receive royalties to maintain or increase sales of our existing products or to successfully commercialize our product candidates, if approved.
We expect that the ACA and other healthcare reform measures that may be adopted in the future, could have a material adverse effect on our industry generally and on the ability of us, our collaboration partners, or those commercializing products with respect to which we have an economic interest or right to receive royalties to maintain or increase sales of products.
We believe that we and our partners have in-house expertise to manage this network of third-party manufacturers, and we believe that we will be able to continue to negotiate third-party manufacturing arrangements on commercially reasonable terms and that it will not be necessary for 9 Table of Contents us to rely on internal manufacturing capacity in order to develop or, potentially, commercialize our products.
We believe that we and our partners have in-house expertise to manage this network of third-party manufacturers, and we believe that we are able to negotiate third-party manufacturing arrangements on commercially reasonable terms and that it is not necessary for us to rely on internal manufacturing capacity.
The complaint alleges that by filing the ANDA, the subsequent ANDA filer has infringed certain of our Orange Book listed patents. As of February 28, 2025, we have settled all litigation with Accord Healthcare, Inc.; Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Orbicular Pharmaceutical Technologies Private Limited; Qilu Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.; and Teva Pharmaceuticals, Inc. pursuant to individual agreements in which we granted these companies a royalty-free, non-exclusive, non-sublicensable, non-transferable license to manufacture and market their respective generic versions of YUPELRI inhalation solution in the US on or after the licensed launch date of April 23, 2039, subject to certain exceptions as is customary in these type of agreements.
These suits have been consolidated with the action described above. As of February 28, 2026, we have settled all litigation with Accord Healthcare, Inc.; Cipla USA, Inc. and Cipla Limited; Eugia Pharma Specialties Ltd.; Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Orbicular Pharmaceutical Technologies Private Limited; Qilu Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.; and Teva Pharmaceuticals, Inc. pursuant to individual agreements in which we granted these companies a royalty-free, non-exclusive, non-sublicensable, non-transferable license to manufacture and market their respective generic versions of YUPELRI inhalation solution in the US on or after the licensed launch date of April 23, 2039, subject to certain exceptions as is customary in these type of agreements.
Our commercial infrastructure is focused primarily on the acute care setting. We expect that any medicines that we commercialize with our collaborative partners or on our own will compete with existing and future market-leading medicines. Many of our competitors have substantially greater financial, technical and personnel resources than we have.
Our commercial infrastructure is focused primarily on the acute care setting. The medicine that we commercialize with our collaborative partner competes with existing, and expected future, market-leading medicines. 15 Table of Contents Many of our competitors have substantially greater financial, technical and personnel resources than we have.
In addition, we have an easily accessible hotline available to employees wishing to report complaints anonymously. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to build and maintain a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging through both our business and human resources practices and policies.
In addition, we have an easily accessible hotline available to employees wishing to report complaints anonymously. Corporate Responsibility We strive to build and maintain a positive workplace culture through both our business and human resources practices and policies.
We are eligible to receive either (i) $50.0 million if Royalty Pharma receives $270.0 million or more in royalty payments from GSK with respect to 2026 TRELEGY global net sales, which we would expect to occur in the event TRELEGY global net sales are approximately $3.16 billion or (ii) $100.0 million if Royalty Pharma receives $305.0 million or more in royalty payments from GSK with respect to 2026 TRELEGY global net sales, which we would expect to occur in the event TRELEGY global net sales exceed approximately $3.51 billion.
For the next potential Milestone Payment, we are eligible to receive either (i) $50.0 million if Royalty Pharma receives $270.0 million or more in royalty payments from GSK with respect to 2026 TRELEGY global net sales, which we would expect to occur in the event TRELEGY global net sales are approximately $3.16 billion or (ii) $100.0 million if Royalty Pharma receives $305.0 million or more in royalty payments from GSK with respect to 2026 TRELEGY global net sales, which we would expect to occur in the event TRELEGY global net sales exceed approximately $3.51 billion. Achievement of either the $50.0 million or $100.0 million milestone in 2026 would not require an increase in global net sales compared to 2025, as the $3.91 billion in global net sales achieved in 2025 exceeds the thresholds necessary to trigger either Milestone Payment in 2026.
For example, the EU has its own procedure for the authorization of eligible medicines, referred to as the centralized procedure, where a single application, evaluation and authorization can result in a single marketing authorization which covers all the EU and also Northern Ireland. A separate product licensing procedure applies in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) (“GB”).
For example, the EU has its own procedure for the authorization of eligible medicines, referred to as the centralized procedure, where a single application, evaluation and authorization can result in a single marketing authorization which covers all the EU Member States and also Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein. A separate product licensing procedure applies in the United Kingdom (“UK”).
Through the combined commercialization efforts with our partner Viatris Inc. (“Viatris”), total YUPELRI net sales increased by 8% to $238.6 million in 2024 compared to 2023.
Through the combined commercialization efforts with our partner Viatris Inc., total YUPELRI net sales increased by 12% to $266.6 million in 2025 compared to 2024. Customer demand grew 7% in 2025 compared to 2024.
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Our success in the future will depend in part on obtaining patent protection for our product candidates. Accordingly, patents and other proprietary rights are essential elements of our business. Our policy is to seek patent protection in the US and selected foreign countries for novel technologies, including compositions of matter that are commercially important to the development of our business.
Accordingly, patents and other proprietary rights are essential elements of our business. Our policy is to seek patent protection in the US and selected foreign countries for novel technologies, including compositions of matter that are commercially important to the development of our business. Issued US and foreign patents generally expire 20 years after their filing date.
We strive to build and foster a culture where all employees feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Council and Women’s Leadership Network are Company-sponsored, employee-led groups open to all that aim to improve attraction, retention, development, inclusion, and engagement of a diverse and global workforce.
We strive to build and foster a culture where all employees feel empowered to be their authentic selves. We have employee-led groups, which are open to all employees, that aim to improve attraction, retention, development, inclusion, and engagement of a talented and global workforce. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that values and celebrates our workforce.
A payer’s decision to provide coverage for a drug product does not imply that an adequate reimbursement rate will be approved.
Products may not be considered by payers to be medically necessary or cost-effective for particular diseases or conditions. A payer’s decision to provide coverage for a drug product does not imply that an adequate reimbursement rate will be approved.
On a country-by-country basis, we will be entitled to royalties until the expiration of the longest-lived patent or 15 years after commercial launch, whichever comes later.
On a country-by-country basis, we were entitled to royalties until the expiration of the longest-lived patent or 15 years after commercial launch, whichever comes later. We expect fifteen years after the commercial launch in the US will occur in late 2032 and fifteen years after the first commercial launch in ex-US jurisdictions will start occurring in the mid-2030s.
Our focus is to deliver medicines that make a difference ® in people’s lives. In pursuit of our purpose, we leverage decades of expertise, which has led to the development of the United States (“US”) Food and Drug Administration (the “FDA”) approved YUPELRI ® (revefenacin) inhalation solution indicated for the maintenance treatment of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (“COPD”).
Our focus is to deliver medicines that make a difference ® in people’s lives. In pursuit of our purpose, we leverage decades of expertise, which has led to the development of the United States (“US”) Food and Drug Administration (the “FDA”) approved YUPELRI ® (revefenacin) inhalation solution indicated for the maintenance treatment of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (“COPD”). Recent Significant Developments Ampreloxetine Phase 3 Clinical Study Top-line Results On March 3, 2026, we announced that our ampreloxetine Phase 3 clinical study (CYPRESS) in development for the treatment of symptomatic neurogenic orthostatic hypotension in patients with multiple system atrophy did not meet its primary endpoint in the Orthostatic Hypotension Symptom Assessment composite score.
An example of such use includes a LABA/ICS combination, such as AstraZeneca’s Symbicort ® and a LAMA such as Boehringer Ingelheim’s Spiriva ® . Human Capital As of December 31, 2024, we had 97 employees.
An example of such use includes a LABA/ICS combination, such as AstraZeneca’s Symbicort ® and a LAMA such as Boehringer Ingelheim’s Spiriva ® . 16 Table of Contents Human Capital As of December 31, 2025, we had 90 employees. Of these employees, 79 were based in the US, and 11 were based in Dublin, Ireland.
Royalty Pharma’s $40.0 million investment in ampreloxetine included a $25.0 million upfront payment received in July 2022 and an additional $15.0 million payment upon the first regulatory approval of ampreloxetine.
In July 2022, Royalty Pharma Investments (“Royalty Pharma”) agreed to invest up to $40.0 million to advance the development of ampreloxetine in MSA in exchange for unsecured low single-digit royalties. Royalty Pharma’s $40.0 million investment in ampreloxetine included a $25.0 million upfront payment received in July 2022 and an additional $15.0 million payment upon the first regulatory approval of ampreloxetine.
Third-party payers include government health administrative authorities, managed care providers, private health insurers and other organizations. The process for determining whether a payer will provide coverage for a drug product may be separate from the process for setting the price or reimbursement rate that the payer will pay for the drug product.
The process for determining whether a payer will provide coverage for a drug product may be separate from the process for setting the price or reimbursement rate that the payer will pay for the drug product.
Significant uncertainty exists as to the coverage and reimbursement status of any drug products. In the US and markets in other countries, sales of any products for which we receive regulatory approval for commercial sale will depend in part on the availability of reimbursement from third-party payers.
Significant uncertainty exists as to the coverage and reimbursement status of any drug products. In the US and markets in other countries, sales of any products depend in part on the availability of reimbursement from third-party payers. Third-party payers include government health administrative authorities, managed care providers, private health insurers and other organizations.
The legislative process for this reform is expected to take several years, and adoption of the new legislation is not expected to take place before 2026. Before commencing clinical studies in humans in the US, we must submit to the FDA an investigational new drug application (“IND”) that includes, among other things, the general investigational plan and protocols for specific human studies and the results of preclinical studies.
The final text of the reform proposal is expected to be endorsed and published in the first or second quarter of 2026 and, after a transition period, the new legislation is expected to start to apply from mid-2028. Before commencing clinical studies in humans in the US, we must submit to the FDA an investigational new drug application (“IND”) that includes, among other things, the general investigational plan and protocols for specific human studies and the results of preclinical studies.
We strive to live these values across the Company every day, integrating them into everything from our interview, hiring, and onboarding processes to our PULSE performance process, total rewards, 17 Table of Contents and recognition programs.
We have a strong value proposition anchored in our Core Values— We Think it Through, We Find a Way, We Get it Done, and We Win Together. We strive to live these values across the Company every day, integrating them into everything from our interview, hiring, and onboarding processes to our PULSE performance process, total rewards, and recognition programs.
Additional patents covering YUPELRI, granted on July 4, 2023 15 Table of Contents and January 2, 2024, were subsequently listed in FDA’s Orange Book. We filed additional patent infringement suits in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey during August 2023 and January 2024. These suits have been consolidated with the above action.
We filed additional patent infringement suits in the US District Court for the District of New Jersey during August 2023 and January 2024. These suits have been consolidated with the above action.
The patent portfolio for this development product includes additional pending patent applications and granted patents in a number of jurisdictions. Nevertheless, issued patents can be challenged, narrowed, invalidated, or circumvented, which could limit our ability to stop competitors from marketing similar products and threaten our ability to commercialize our product candidates.
Issued patents can be challenged, narrowed, invalidated, or circumvented, which could limit our ability to stop competitors from marketing similar products and threaten our ability to commercialize products.
The asserted patents relate generally to polymorphic forms of and a method of treatment using YUPELRI. In February 2023, we filed patent infringement suits against the generic companies in federal district courts, including the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, and the U.S.
In February 2023, we filed patent infringement suits against the generic companies in federal district courts, including the US District Court for the District of New Jersey, the US District Court for the District of Delaware, and the US District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina.
As noted above, Viatris is responsible for all aspects of development and commercialization of nebulized revefenacin in the China Region, including pre- and post-launch activities and product registration and all associated costs. Under the terms of the Viatris Agreement, as amended, as of December 31, 2024, we were eligible to receive from Viatris potential global development, regulatory and sales milestone payments (excluding the China Region) of up to $205.0 million in the aggregate with $160.0 million associated with YUPELRI monotherapy and $45.0 million associated with future potential combination products.
Viatris is responsible for all aspects of development and commercialization of YUPELRI in the China Region, including pre- and post-launch activities and product registration and all associated costs. With respect to the China Region royalties, we are eligible to receive tiered royalties on net sales of nebulized revefenacin as follows: YUPELRI China Region Net Sales Thresholds Royalty Rate (Annual) Due from Viatris ≤ $75.0 million 14% > $75.0 million to ≤ $150.0 million 17% > $150 million 20% As of December 31, 2025, w e were also eligible to receive additional potential sales and regulatory milestones of up to $45.0 million related to Viatris’ development and commercialization of nebulized revefenacin in the China Region with $37.5 million associated with YUPELRI monotherapy and $7.5 million associated with achieving regulatory milestones related to future potential combination products.
Our ability to compete successfully will depend largely on our ability to leverage our experience in drug development and commercialization to: ● develop medicines that are superior to other products in the market; ● attract and retain qualified scientific, clinical development and commercial personnel; ● obtain patent and/or other proprietary protection for our medicines and technologies; ● obtain required regulatory approvals; ● commercialize approved products; and ● successfully collaborate with pharmaceutical companies in the development and commercialization of new medicines. 16 Table of Contents YUPELRI (revefenacin) inhalation solution YUPELRI competes predominately with short-acting nebulized bronchodilators that are dosed three to four times per day.
Our ability to compete successfully depends largely on our ability to leverage our experience in drug development and commercialization to: ● deliver medicines that are superior to other products in the market; ● attract and retain qualified personnel; ● maintain and enforce patent and/or other proprietary protection for our medicines and technologies; ● maintain required regulatory approvals; ● develop and effectively implement commercialization strategies, with or without collaborative partners; and ● successfully collaborate with pharmaceutical companies in the development and commercialization of medicines.
Also, we do not know whether any of our patent applications will result in any issued patents or, if issued, whether the scope of the issued claims will be sufficient to protect our proprietary position. 14 Table of Contents Patent Term Restoration, Regulatory Exclusivities, and Hatch-Waxman Litigation Depending upon the timing, duration, and specifics of FDA approval of our product candidates, some of our US patents may be eligible for limited patent term extension under the Drug Price Competition and Patent Term Restoration Act of 1984, referred to as the Hatch-Waxman Act.
Thus, the last to expire patent currently listed in the Orange Book for YUPELRI (revefenacin) inhalation solution expires on October 23, 2039. Patent Term Restoration, Regulatory Exclusivities, and Hatch-Waxman Litigation Depending upon the timing, duration, and specifics of FDA approval of product candidates, some of our US patents may be eligible for limited patent term extension under the Drug Price Competition and Patent Term Restoration Act of 1984, referred to as the Hatch-Waxman Act.
Current enrollment is in-line with expectations for completion in mid-2025, with data anticipated to be available approximately six months later. Achievement of $50.0 Million TRELEGY ® Royalty Milestone Payment for 2024 In February 2025, we received a $50.0 million maximum milestone payment from Royalty Pharma Investments associated with the achievement of certain minimum royalty payments related to 2024 TRELEGY global net sales.
The sales transaction represented the first outcome of the ongoing efforts of the Committee to assess all strategic alternatives available to us to unlock shareholder value. Achievement of $50.0 Million TRELEGY ® Royalty Milestone Payment for 2025 In February 2026, we received a $50.0 million maximum milestone payment from Royalty Pharma Investments associated with the achievement of certain minimum royalty payments related to 2025 TRELEGY global net sales.
For the benefit of our employees, patients, and community, we must celebrate, encourage, and support similarities and differences to drive innovation. Talent, Development, and Total Rewards We believe that our talent strategy of providing exciting career growth and development opportunities, recognizing, and rewarding performance, providing competitive compensation and benefits assists us in attracting and retaining the best talent.
We believe that different experiences are essential for innovation and growth, and we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered, fueling our ability to collaborate and win together. Talent, Development, and Total Rewards We believe that our talent strategy of providing exciting career growth and development opportunities, recognizing, and rewarding performance, providing competitive compensation and benefits assists us in attracting and retaining the best talent.
Pending confirmation of its clinical profile in the CYPRESS study, it is anticipated that ampreloxetine will represent a differentiated treatment option for MSA patients with symptomatic nOH. Trelegy (the combination of fluticasone furoate/umeclidinium bromide/vilanterol) For treatment of COPD, Trelegy competes in all major markets with AstraZeneca’s Breztri ® Aerosphere ® (budesonide/glycopyrronium/formoterol fumarate, dosed twice per day).
Nucala is also indicated for asthma, chronic rhinosinusitis, eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangitis, and hyper-eosinophilic syndrome. Trelegy (the combination of fluticasone furoate/umeclidinium bromide/vilanterol) For treatment of COPD, Trelegy competes in all major markets with AstraZeneca’s Breztri ® Aerosphere ® (budesonide/glycopyrronium/formoterol fumarate, dosed twice per day).
District Court for the District of New Jersey during August 2024 against the three remaining generic companies.
We filed additional patent infringement suits in the US District Court for the District of New Jersey during August 2024 and May 2025 against the generic companies remaining at that time.
Of the $160.0 million associated with monotherapy, $10.0 million relates to regulatory actions in the EU and $150.0 million relates to sales milestones based on achieving certain levels of annual aggregate US net sales as follows: YUPELRI US Net Sales Sales Milestones (In a Calendar Year) Due from Viatris $250.0 million $25.0 million $500.0 million $50.0 million $750.0 million $75.0 million As of December 31, 2024, w e were also eligible to receive additional potential development and sales milestones of up to $52.5 million related to Viatris’ development and commercialization of nebulized revefenacin in the China Region with $45.0 million associated with YUPELRI monotherapy and $7.5 million associated with future potential combination products.
Of the $135.0 million associated with monotherapy, $10.0 million relates to regulatory actions in the EU and $125.0 million relates to sales milestones based on achieving certain levels of annual aggregate US net sales as follows: YUPELRI US Net Sales Sales Milestones (In a Calendar Year) Due from Viatris $500.0 million $50.0 million $750.0 million $75.0 million 5 Table of Contents While Viatris records total YUPELRI net sales, we are entitled to a 35% share of the net profit (loss).
Of these employees, 86 were based in the US, and 11 were based in Dublin, Ireland. Culture and Employee Engagement We consider our employee experience to be first-rate and strive to provide a culture of purpose, engagement, and learning.
The restructuring will involve winding down the R&D function and significantly reducing the G&A function. Culture and Employee Engagement We consider our employee experience to be first-rate and strive to provide a culture of purpose, engagement, and learning.
Thus, the last to expire patent currently listed in the Orange Book for YUPELRI (revefenacin) inhalation solution expires on October 23, 2039. The patent rights relating to YUPELRI (revefenacin) inhalation solution currently consist of issued US patents, pending US patent applications and certain counterpart patents and patent applications in a number of jurisdictions, including Europe and China. Additionally, some of our patents and patent applications are directed to products in development.
Our patent position, similar to other companies in our industry, is generally uncertain and involves complex legal and factual questions. The patent rights relating to YUPELRI (revefenacin) inhalation solution currently consist of issued US patents, pending US patent applications and certain counterpart patents and patent applications in a number of jurisdictions, including Europe and China.
As required by law, the settlements are subject to review by the U.S. Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission.
As required by law, the settlements are subject to review by the US Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission. The patent litigation against the one remaining generic company, Mankind Pharma Ltd., along with certain affiliates, remains pending.
Total royalty rates are upward tiering from 6.5% to 10% and based on total annual global net sales as follows: TRELEGY Global Net Sales Thresholds Royalty Rate (Annual) Due from GSK to Royalty Pharma ≤ $750.0 million 6.5% > $750.0 million to ≤ $1,250.0 million 8.0% > $1,250.0 million to ≤ $2,250.0 million 9.0% > $2,250.0 million 10.0% The following information regarding the TRELEGY program is based solely upon publicly available information and may not reflect the most recent developments under the programs. TRELEGY provides the activity of an inhaled corticosteroid (FF) plus two bronchodilators (UMEC, a LAMA, and VI, a long-acting beta2 agonist, or LABA) in a single delivery device administered once-daily.
We remain focused on disciplined capital allocation and 8 Table of Contents returning excess cash to shareholders, and the Committee will continue to evaluate a range of alternatives to further enhance shareholder value, though there can be no assurance that additional transactions will occur. The following information regarding the TRELEGY program is based solely upon publicly available information and may not reflect the most recent developments under the program. TRELEGY provides the activity of an inhaled corticosteroid (FF) plus two bronchodilators (UMEC, a LAMA, and VI, a long-acting beta2 agonist, or LABA) in a single delivery device administered once-daily.