Biggest changeOur device strategy is intended to result in “device consistency,” allowing physicians to choose the device that best matches a patient’s needs both in terms of ease of use and effectiveness of delivery of the prescribed molecule, and includes three main types of devices: (i) Digihaler, which captures and shares objective inhaler use data; (ii) a breath-actuated inhaler (“BAI”) used in QVAR RediHaler ® ; and (iii) RespiClick (U.S.) or Spiromax (EU), a novel inhalation-driven multi-dose dry powder inhaler (“MDPI”).
Biggest changeOur device strategy is intended to result in “device consistency,” allowing physicians to choose the device that best matches a patient’s needs both in terms of ease of use and effectiveness of delivery of the prescribed molecule, and includes three main types of devices: (i) RespiClick (U.S.) or Spiromax (EU), a novel inhalation-driven multi-dose dry powder inhaler (“MDPI”); (ii) Digihaler, which uses the same RespiClick technology but allows users to capture and share objective inhaler use data; and (iii) a breath-actuated inhaler (“BAI”) used in QVAR RediHaler ® . 10 Table of Contents Our portfolio of inhalers utilizing innovative MDPI platform includes: • ProAir RespiClick (albuterol sulfate) inhalation powder is a breath-actuated, multi-dose, dry-powder, short-acting beta-agonist inhaler for the treatment or prevention of bronchospasm with reversible obstructive airway disease and for the prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasm in patients four years of age and older.
In these so-called “pure generic” markets, physicians and patients have little control over the choice of generic manufacturer, and consequently generic medicines are not actively marketed or promoted to physicians or consumers. Instead, the relationship between the manufacturer and pharmacy chains and distributors, health funds and other health insurers is critical.
In these so-called “pure generic” markets, physicians and patients have little control over the choice of generic manufacturer, and consequently generic medicines are not actively marketed or promoted to physicians or consumers. Instead, the relationship between the manufacturer and pharmacy chains, distributors, health funds and other health insurers is critical.
We have built specialized “Patient Support Programs” to help patients adhere to their treatments, improve patient outcomes and, in certain markets, to ensure timely delivery of medicines and assist in securing reimbursement. These programs reflect the importance we place on supporting patients and ensuring better medical outcomes for them.
We have built specialized “Patient Support Programs” to help patients adhere to their treatments, improve patient outcomes and, in certain markets, ensure timely delivery of medicines and assist in securing reimbursement. These programs reflect the importance we place on supporting patients and ensuring better medical outcomes for them.
Our other activities are not included in our North America, Europe and International Markets segments described above. Research and Development Our R&D activities span the breadth of our business, including generic medicines (finished goods and API), biosimilars, innovative medicines and OTC medicines.
Our other activities are not included in our North America, Europe and International Markets segments described above. Research and Development Our R&D activities span the breadth of our business, including innovative medicines, generic medicines (finished goods and API), biosimilars and OTC medicines.
In our International Markets, our global scale and broad portfolio give us a significant competitive advantage over local competitors, allowing us to optimize our offerings through a combination of high quality medicines and unique go-to-market approaches. Furthermore, in significant markets such as Japan and Russia, governments have issued or are in process of issuing regulations designed to increase generic penetration.
In our International Markets, our global scale and broad portfolio give us a competitive advantage over local competitors, allowing us to optimize our offerings through a combination of high-quality medicines and unique go-to-market approaches. Furthermore, in significant markets such as Japan and Russia, governments have issued or are in process of issuing regulations designed to increase generic penetration.
We launched BENDEKA in the United States in January 2016. It is a liquid, low-volume (50 mL) and short-time 10-minute infusion formulation of bendamustine hydrochloride that we licensed from Eagle. • BENDEKA faces direct competition from Belrapzo ® (a ready-to-dilute bendamustine hydrochloride product from Eagle).
We launched BENDEKA in the United States in January 2016. It is a liquid, low-volume (50 mL) and short-time 10-minute infusion formulation of bendamustine hydrochloride that we licensed from Eagle. • BENDEKA faces direct competition from Belrapzo ® (a ready-to-dilute bendamustine hydrochloride product from Eagle) and from Vivimusta ® .
Operations We operate our business globally and believe that our global infrastructure provides us with the following capabilities and advantages: • global R&D facilities that enable us to have a broad global generic pipeline and product line, as well as a focused pipeline of innovative medicines; • API manufacturing capabilities that offer a stable, high-quality supply of key APIs, vertically integrated with our pharmaceutical operations; 13 Table of Contents • pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities approved by the FDA, EMA and other regulatory authorities located around the world, which offer a broad range of production technologies and the ability to concentrate production in order to achieve high quality and economies of scale; and • high-volume, technologically advanced distribution facilities for solid dosage forms, injectable and blow-fill-seal, which are available mainly in North America, Europe, Latin America, India and Israel and that allow us to deliver new products to our customers quickly and efficiently, providing a cost-effective, safe and reliable supply.
Operations We operate our business globally and believe that our global infrastructure provides us with the following capabilities and advantages: • global R&D facilities that enable us to have a broad global generic pipeline and product line, as well as a focused pipeline of innovative medicines; • API manufacturing capabilities that offer a stable, high-quality supply of key APIs, vertically integrated with our pharmaceutical operations; • pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities approved by the FDA, EMA and other regulatory authorities located around the world, which offer a broad range of production technologies and the ability to concentrate production in order to achieve high quality and economies of scale; and • high-volume, technologically advanced distribution facilities for solid dosage forms, injectable and blow-fill-seal, which are available mainly in North America, Europe, Latin America, India and Israel, and which allow us to deliver new products to our customers quickly and efficiently, providing a cost-effective, safe and reliable supply.
These capabilities provide us with the means to respond on a global scale to a wide range of therapeutic and commercial requirements of patients, customers and healthcare providers. Pharmaceutical Production We operate 39 finished dosage and packaging pharmaceutical plants in 27 countries. These plants manufacture solid dosage forms, sterile injectables, liquids, semi-solids, inhalers, transdermal patches and other medicinal products.
These capabilities provide us with the means to respond on a global scale to a wide range of therapeutic and commercial requirements of patients, customers and healthcare providers. Pharmaceutical Production We operate 36 finished dosage and packaging pharmaceutical plants in 27 countries. These plants manufacture solid dosage forms, sterile injectables, liquids, semi-solids, inhalers, transdermal patches and other medicinal products.
Please see the section entitled “Environmental” from Teva’s 2021 ESG Progress Report (which is located on our website) for more detailed information regarding our environmental goals and activities. Nothing on our website, including Teva’s 2021 ESG Progress Report or sections thereof, shall be deemed incorporated by reference into this Annual Report or any other filing with the U.S.
Please see the section entitled “Environmental” from Teva’s 2022 ESG Progress Report (which is located on our website) for more detailed information regarding our environmental goals and activities. Nothing on our website, including Teva’s 2022 ESG Progress Report or sections thereof, shall be deemed incorporated by reference into this Annual Report or any other filing with the U.S.
In the U.S., the Teva Employee Resource Group Network represents ten distinct ERGs, which have a key role in creating a culture of inclusion and bringing together employees with shared characteristics and life experiences. These ERGs foster opportunities for networking, mentoring, collaboration, community outreach, career development, leadership training and cultural exchanges.
In the U.S., the Teva Employee Resource Group Network represents ten distinct ERGs, which have a key role in creating a culture of inclusion and bringing together employees with shared characteristics and life experiences to foster opportunities for networking, mentoring, collaboration, community outreach, career development, leadership training and cultural exchanges.
You may review these filings on the website of the MAGNA system operated by the Israeli Securities Authority at www.magna.isa.gov.il or on the website of the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (the “TASE”) at www.tase.co.il. Our 2022 ESG Progress report, which will provide enhanced ESG disclosures, is expected to be published in May 2023.
You may review these filings on the website of the MAGNA system operated by the Israeli Securities Authority at www.magna.isa.gov.il or on the website of the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (the “TASE”) at www.tase.co.il. Our 2023 ESG Progress report, which will provide enhanced ESG disclosures, is expected to be published in May 2024.
However, our ability to do so may be limited by regulatory and other requirements. We closed or divested a significant number of manufacturing plants in the United States, Europe, Israel and Japan in connection with a restructuring plan. We are continuing our ongoing efforts to consolidate our manufacturing and supply network.
However, our ability to do so may be limited by regulatory and other requirements. In recent years, we closed or divested a significant number of manufacturing plants in the United States, Europe, Israel and Japan in connection with a restructuring plan. We are continuing our ongoing efforts to consolidate our manufacturing and supply network.
Oversight Our Human Resources and Compensation Committee, Compliance Committee and Board play key roles in overseeing culture and talent at Teva and devote time throughout the year to human capital strategy and execution in such areas as: inclusion and diversity, Company culture, employee engagement, training and development, recruiting and turnover, leadership development and succession planning.
Oversight Our Human Resources and Compensation Committee, Compliance Committee and Board of Directors play key roles in overseeing culture and talent at Teva and devote time throughout the year to human capital strategy and execution in such areas as: inclusion and diversity, Company culture, employee engagement, training and development, recruiting and turnover, leadership development and succession planning.
The IRA also imposes rebate requirements on manufacturers of single-source generics and other drugs covered under Medicare Part B and Part D where the price of the drug increases faster than inflation. Multisource generics and all products with an average manufacturer’s price less than $100 per year, per individual, are exempt from rebate requirements.
The IRA also imposes rebate requirements on manufacturers of single-source generics and other drugs covered under Medicare Part B and Part D where the price increases of the drug outpaces inflation. Multisource generics and all products with an average manufacturer’s price less than $100 per year, per individual, are exempt from rebate requirements.
We license or assign certain intellectual property rights to third parties in connection with certain business transactions. Environment, Health and Safety We are committed to business practices that promote socially and environmentally responsible economic growth. During 2022, we continued to make significant progress on our ESG strategy.
We license or assign certain intellectual property rights to third parties in connection with certain business transactions. Environment, Health and Safety We are committed to business practices that promote socially and environmentally responsible economic growth. During 2023, we continued to make significant progress on our ESG strategy.
The purpose of this extension is to increase effective patent life (i.e., the period between grant of a marketing authorization and patent expiry) to 15 years. Subject to the respective pediatric regulation, the holder of an SPC may obtain a further patent term extension of up to six months under certain conditions.
The purpose of this extension is to increase effective patent life (i.e., the period between grant of a marketing authorization and patent expiration) to 15 years. Subject to the respective pediatric regulation, the holder of an SPC may obtain a further patent term extension of up to six months under certain conditions.
Various state Medicaid programs have implemented voluntary supplemental drug rebate programs that may provide states with additional manufacturer rebates in exchange for preferred status on a state’s formulary or for patient populations that are not included in the traditional Medicaid drug benefit coverage.
All state Medicaid programs have implemented voluntary supplemental drug rebate programs that may provide states with additional manufacturer rebates in exchange for preferred status on a state’s formulary or for patient populations that are not included in the traditional Medicaid drug benefit coverage.
In July 2019, the SPC Manufacturing Waiver Regulation came into force in the European Union (subject to certain conditions) allowing products manufactured prior to SPC expiry to be exempt from SPC infringement if such products are manufactured for export to non-European Union markets or for launch in the European Union upon expiry of the SPC.
In July 2019, the SPC Manufacturing Waiver Regulation came into force in the European Union (subject to certain conditions) allowing products manufactured prior to SPC expiration to be exempt from SPC infringement if such products are manufactured for export to non-European Union markets or for launch in the European Union upon expiration of the SPC.
Additionally, the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) established a new privacy framework for covered businesses by creating an expanded definition of personal information, establishing new data privacy rights for consumers in the State of California, imposing special rules on the collection of consumer data from minors, and creating a new and potentially severe statutory damages framework for violations of the CCPA and for businesses that fail to implement reasonable security procedures and practices to prevent data breaches.
Additionally, the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) established a privacy framework for covered businesses by creating an expanded definition of personal information, establishing new data privacy rights for consumers in the State of California, imposing special rules on the collection of consumer data from minors, and creating a new and potentially severe statutory 25 Table of Contents damages framework for violations of the CCPA and for businesses that fail to implement reasonable security procedures and practices to prevent data breaches.
In addition to these three segments, we have other activities, primarily the sale of active pharmaceutical ingredients (“API”) to third parties, certain contract manufacturing services and an out-licensing platform offering a portfolio of products to other pharmaceutical companies through our affiliate Medis. 2 Table of Contents For information regarding our major customers, see note 19 to our consolidated financial statements.
In addition to these three segments, we have other activities, primarily the sale of active pharmaceutical ingredients (“API”) to third parties, certain contract manufacturing services and an out-licensing platform offering a portfolio of products to other pharmaceutical companies through our affiliate Medis. For information regarding our major customers, see note 19 to our consolidated financial statements.
In 2022, we completed numerous inspections by various regulatory agencies of our finished dosage pharmaceutical and API plants and we actively engaged in discussions with authorities to mitigate drug shortages and participated in several industry-wide task forces.
In 2023, we completed numerous inspections by various regulatory agencies of our finished dosage pharmaceutical and API plants and we actively engaged in discussions with authorities to mitigate drug shortages and participated in several industry-wide task forces.
For information about our product launches and pipeline of generic medicines in North America and Europe, see “Item 7—Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Segment Information—North America Segment” and “Item 7—Management’s Discussions and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Segment Information—Europe Segment.” 5 Table of Contents Biologic medicines are large and complex medicines produced by or made from living cells or organisms, often produced using cutting-edge biotechnological methods.
For information about our product launches and pipeline of generic medicines in North America and Europe, see “Item 7—Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Segment Information—North America Segment” and “Item 7—Management’s Discussions and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Segment Information—Europe Segment.” Biologic medicines are large and complex medicines produced by or made from living cells or organisms, often produced using cutting-edge biotechnological methods.
Our facilities in various locations worldwide include two large development centers focusing on synthetic products, three centers with specific expertise specializing in fermentation and semi-synthetic products, a center for oligonucleotides and peptides and centers for high-potency APIs.
Our facilities in various locations worldwide include two large development centers focusing on synthetic products, four centers with specific expertise specializing in fermentation and semi-synthetic products, a center for oligonucleotides and peptides and centers for high-potency APIs.
In certain circumstances, violations could lead to criminal prosecution. 20 Table of Contents The Drug Price Competition and Patent Term Restoration Act (the “Hatch-Waxman Act”) established the procedures for obtaining FDA approval for generic forms of brand-name drugs. This act also provides market exclusivity provisions that can delay the approval of certain NDAs and ANDAs.
In certain circumstances, violations could lead to criminal prosecution. The Drug Price Competition and Patent Term Restoration Act (the “Hatch-Waxman Act”) established the procedures for obtaining FDA approval for generic forms of brand-name drugs. This act also provides market exclusivity provisions that can delay the approval of certain NDAs and ANDAs.
Nothing on our website, including our 2021 ESG Progress Report or sections thereof, shall be deemed incorporated by reference into this Annual Report or any other filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Nothing on our website, including our 2022 ESG Progress Report or sections thereof, shall be deemed incorporated by reference into this Annual Report or any other filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
In return for this additional funding, the FDA has entered into agreements with each of the affected industries (known as the “user fee agreements”) that commit the agency to interacting with manufacturers and reviewing applications such as NDAs, ANDAs and BLAs in certain ways, and taking action on those applications at certain times.
In return for this additional funding, the FDA has entered into agreements with each of the affected industries (known as the “user fee agreements”) that commit the agency to interacting with manufacturers and reviewing applications such as NDAs, ANDAs and BLAs in certain ways, and taking action on those applications 21 Table of Contents at certain times.
Facilities that manufacture, distribute, conduct chemical analysis, import or export any controlled substance must register annually with the DEA. The DEA performs an inspection of all entities requesting a DEA registration prior to issuing a controlled substance registration for review of the facility and material security, material handling procedures, record keeping, and reporting procedures.
Facilities that manufacture, distribute, conduct chemical analysis, import or export any controlled substance must register annually with the DEA. The DEA performs an inspection of all entities requesting a DEA registration prior to issuing a controlled substance registration for review of the facility and material security, material handling procedures, record keeping, and 20 Table of Contents reporting procedures.
We also have innovative medicines in oncology and selected other areas. We deploy medical and sales and marketing professionals within specific therapeutic areas who seek to address the needs of patients and healthcare professionals. We tailor our patient support, payer relations and medical affairs activities to the distinct characteristics of each therapeutic area and medicine.
We also have innovative medicines in oncology and selected other areas. 6 Table of Contents We deploy medical and sales and marketing professionals within specific therapeutic areas who seek to address the needs of patients and healthcare professionals. We tailor our patient support, payer relations and medical affairs activities to the distinct characteristics of each therapeutic area and medicine.
Further, the generic product will be barred from market entry (marketing exclusivity) for a further two years, with the possibility of extending the market exclusivity by one additional year under certain circumstances. As part of the European Commission’s review of the general pharmaceutical legislation, the provisions relating to 23 Table of Contents regulatory exclusivity are currently under review.
Further, the generic product will be barred from market entry (marketing exclusivity) for a further two years, with the possibility of extending the market exclusivity by one additional year under certain circumstances. As part of the European Commission’s review of the general pharmaceutical legislation, the provisions relating to regulatory exclusivity are currently under review.
We anticipate that the downward pressure on uptake may ease in the future as physicians and payers become increasingly aware of the benefits of biosimilars and more comfortable prescribing them. Our innovative medicines business faces intense competition from both innovative and generic pharmaceutical companies.
We anticipate that the downward pressure on uptake may ease in the future as physicians and payers become increasingly aware of the benefits of biosimilars and more comfortable prescribing them. 16 Table of Contents Our innovative medicines business faces intense competition from both innovative and generic pharmaceutical companies.
Generally, for generic drugs marketed under ANDAs, manufacturers (including Teva) are required to rebate 13% of the average manufacturer price, and for products marketed under NDAs or BLAs, manufacturers are required to rebate the 22 Table of Contents greater of 23.1% of the average manufacturer price or the difference between such price and the commercial best price during a specified period.
Generally, for generic drugs marketed under ANDAs, manufacturers (including Teva) are required to rebate 13% of the average manufacturer price, and for products marketed under NDAs or BLAs, manufacturers are required to rebate the greater of 23.1% of the average manufacturer price or the difference between such price and the commercial best price during a specified period.
AJOVY was launched in the U.S. in 2018 and was approved in Canada in April 2020. • During 2019, AJOVY was granted a marketing authorization in the European Union by the European Medicines Agency (“EMA”) in a centralized process and began receiving marketing authorizations in various countries in our International Markets segment. AJOVY was launched in Japan in August 2021.
AJOVY was launched in the U.S. in 2018 and was approved in Canada in April 2020. • During 2019, AJOVY was granted a marketing authorization in the European Union by the European Medicines Agency (“EMA”) in a centralized process and began receiving marketing authorizations in various countries in our International Markets segment.
Teva was incorporated in Israel on February 13, 1944 and is the successor to a number of Israeli corporations, the oldest of which was established in 1901. Our Business Segments We operate our business through three segments: North America, Europe and International Markets.
Teva was incorporated in Israel on February 13, 1944 and is the successor to a number of Israeli corporations, the oldest of which was established in 1901. 2 Table of Contents Our Business Segments We operate our business through three segments: North America, Europe and International Markets.
Innovative Medicines Our innovative medicines business, previously referred to as our specialty medicines business, is focused on delivering innovative solutions to patients and providers via medicines, devices and services in key regions and markets around the world, and includes our core therapeutic areas of CNS (with a strong emphasis on neurodegenerative disorders, neuropsychiatry, movement disorders, migraine and MS) and respiratory medicines (with a focus on asthma and COPD).
Innovative Medicines Our innovative medicines business is focused on delivering innovative solutions to patients and providers via medicines, devices and services in key regions and markets around the world, and includes our core therapeutic areas of CNS (with a strong emphasis on neurodegenerative disorders, neuropsychiatry, movement disorders, migraine and MS) and respiratory medicines (with a focus on asthma and COPD).
Generics are required to meet similar governmental requirements as their brand-name equivalents, such as those relating to current Good Manufacturing Practices (“cGMP”), manufacturing processes and health authorities’ inspections, and must receive regulatory approval 4 Table of Contents prior to their sale in any given country.
Generics are required to meet similar governmental requirements as their brand-name equivalents, such as those relating to current Good Manufacturing Practices (“cGMP”), manufacturing processes and health authorities’ inspections, and must receive regulatory approval prior to their sale in any given country.
We are continuing our ongoing efforts regarding network consolidation activities and optimization of our global generics portfolio. In markets such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, the Netherlands and Israel, generic medicines may be substituted by the pharmacist for their brand name equivalent or prescribed by International Nonproprietary Name (“INN”).
We are continuing our ongoing efforts regarding network consolidation activities and optimization of our global generics portfolio, to support our Pivot to Growth strategy. In markets such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, the Netherlands and Israel, generic medicines may be substituted by the pharmacist for their brand name equivalent or prescribed by International Nonproprietary Name (“INN”).
It is indicated for the treatment of chorea associated with Huntington’s disease and for the treatment of tardive dyskinesia in adults, which is a debilitating, often irreversible movement disorder caused by certain medications used to treat mental health or gastrointestinal conditions. • AUSTEDO was launched in China in early 2021, and was also launched in Israel during 2021.
It is indicated for the treatment of chorea associated with Huntington’s disease and for the treatment of tardive dyskinesia in adults, which is a debilitating, often irreversible movement disorder caused by certain medications used to treat mental health or gastrointestinal conditions. • AUSTEDO was launched in China and Israel in 2021 and in Brazil in 2022.
For example, in 2021, the most recent year for which findings are available, we conducted comprehensive equitable pay research among 100% of our employees, and found that among those in the same level, function/profession and location, we pay our women employees an average of 1% more than our male employees in terms of annual base salaries.
For example, in 2022, the most recent year for which findings are available, we conducted comprehensive equitable pay research among 100% of our employees, and found that among those in the same level, function/profession and location, we pay our women employees an average of 0.4% more than our male employees in terms of annual base salaries.
The FDA granted deutetrabenazine New Chemical Entity exclusivity until April 2022 and Orphan Drug exclusivity for the treatment of chorea associated with Huntington’s disease until April 2024. 7 Table of Contents • AUSTEDO was launched in the U.S. in 2017.
The FDA granted deutetrabenazine New Chemical Entity exclusivity until April 2022 and Orphan Drug exclusivity for the treatment of chorea associated with Huntington’s disease until October 2024. • AUSTEDO was launched in the U.S. in 2017.
Our leading product, COPAXONE, continues to be among the leading products for the treatment of MS, though new treatments are being introduced to various markets in Europe. AJOVY was granted EU marketing authorization in 2019 and, as of December 31, 2022, we have launched AJOVY in most European countries and we are planning to launch AJOVY in other European countries.
Our leading product in Europe, COPAXONE, continues to be among the primary products for the treatment of MS, though new treatments are being introduced to various markets in Europe. AJOVY was granted EU marketing authorization in 2019 and, as of December 31, 2023, we have launched AJOVY in most European countries.
Proposed changes are expected to be published in 2023, although the implementation date and transitional provisions are unclear. The term of certain pharmaceutical patents may be extended in the European Union by up to five years upon grant of Supplementary Patent Certificates (“SPC”).
Proposed changes have been published in 2023, although the implementation date and transitional provisions remain unclear. The term of certain pharmaceutical patents may be extended in the European Union by up to five years upon grant of Supplementary Patent Certificates (“SPC”).
In 2022, we produced approximately 75 billion tablets and capsules and approximately 600 million sterile units. The manufacturing sites located in North America, Europe, Latin America, India and Israel make up the majority of our production capacity. We use several external contract manufacturers to achieve operational and cost benefits.
In 2023, we produced approximately 77 billion tablets and capsules and approximately 573 million sterile units. The manufacturing sites located in North America, Europe, Latin America, India and Israel make up the majority of our production capacity. We use several external contract manufacturers to achieve operational and cost benefits.
On Environment, Health and Safety (“EHS”), among other things, in 2022: • we continued the implementation of our global EHS management system in all countries where we operate, which promotes proactive compliance with applicable EHS requirements, establishes EHS standards throughout our global operations and helps drive continuous improvement in our EHS performance; • proactively evaluated EHS compliance through self-evaluation and an internal audit program in addition to some external audits, addressing non-conformities through appropriate corrective and preventative action; and • continued to promote climate change mitigation and adaptation strategy according to international standards.
On Environment, Health and Safety (“EHS”), among other things, in 2023: • we continued the implementation of our global EHS management system in all countries where we operate, which promotes proactive compliance with applicable EHS requirements, establishes EHS standards throughout our global operations and helps drive continuous improvement in our EHS performance; • proactively evaluated EHS compliance through self-evaluation and an internal audit program in addition to some external audits, addressing non-conformities through appropriate corrective and preventative action; • developed EHS leading indicators to drive consistent work patterns of high performing organizations; and • continued to promote climate change mitigation and adaptation strategy according to international standards.
Information in our ESG Progress Report shall not be deemed incorporated by reference into this Annual Report or any other filing with the SEC.
Information in our ESG Progress Report shall not be deemed incorporated by reference into this Annual Report or any other filing with the SEC. 26 Table of Contents
Europe General In Europe, marketing authorizations for pharmaceutical products may be obtained either through a centralized procedure for a license valid in all member countries of the European Union, which is granted by the EMA, or licenses granted by the national competent authorities via a mutual recognition procedure which requires submission of applications in other chosen member states following approval by a so-called reference member state, a decentralized procedure that entails simultaneous submission of applications to chosen member states or occasionally through a local national procedure.
Europe General In Europe, marketing authorizations for pharmaceutical products may be obtained either through a centralized procedure for a license valid in all member countries of the European Union, which is granted by the EMA, or licenses granted by the national competent authorities via a mutual recognition procedure which requires submission of applications in other chosen member states following approval by a so-called reference member state, a decentralized procedure that entails simultaneous submission of applications to chosen member states or occasionally through a local national procedure. 22 Table of Contents During 2022, we continued to register products in the European Union, primarily using the decentralized procedure (simultaneous submission of applications to chosen member states).
While our focus is on internal growth that leverages our R&D capabilities, we have entered into, and expect to pursue, in-licensing, acquisition and partnership opportunities to supplement and expand our existing innovative medicines and biosimilar pipeline (e.g., the transactions with Alvotech and Modag).
While our focus is on internal growth that leverages our R&D capabilities, we have entered into, and expect to pursue, in-licensing, acquisition, collaboration, funding and other partnership opportunities to supplement and expand our existing innovative medicines and biosimilar pipeline (e.g., the transactions with Alvotech, Modag, Sanofi, Royalty Pharma and Biolojic).
COPAXONE • COPAXONE (glatiramer acetate injection) continues to play an important role in the treatment of MS in the United States (according to IQVIA data as of late 2022).
COPAXONE • COPAXONE (glatiramer acetate injection) continues to play an important role in the treatment of MS in the United States (according to IQVIA data as of late 2023) and in Europe.
Securities and Exchange Commission. Quality We are committed not only to complying with quality requirements but to developing and leveraging quality as a competitive advantage.
Securities and Exchange Commission. 15 Table of Contents Quality We are committed not only to complying with quality requirements but to developing and leveraging quality as a competitive advantage.
Employee Career Growth, Training and Development We invest in employee career growth and development at Teva. Our talent development programs benefit employees individually by providing them with the resources they need to enhance their professional and management abilities, develop leadership skills and achieve their career aspirations, which in turn helps us to remain competitive in our industry.
Our talent development programs benefit employees individually by providing them with the resources they need to enhance their professional and management abilities, develop leadership skills and achieve their career aspirations, which in turn helps us to remain competitive in our industry.
Anda, our distribution business in the United States, distributes generic, innovative and OTC pharmaceutical products from various third-party manufacturers to independent retail pharmacies, pharmacy retail chains, hospitals and physician offices in the United States.
Anda, our distribution business in the United States, distributes generic and innovative medicines and OTC pharmaceutical products from Teva and various third-party manufacturers to independent retail pharmacies, 3 Table of Contents pharmacy retail chains, hospitals and physician offices in the United States.
We believe that our primary competitive advantages include our commercial marketing teams, global R&D capabilities, the body of scientific evidence substantiating the safety and efficacy of our various medicines, our patient-centric solutions, physician and patient experience with our medicines and our medical capabilities, which are tailored to our product offerings, regional and local markets and the needs of our stakeholders. 16 Table of Contents Human Capital Management Our People Our employees are the heart of our Company.
We believe that our primary competitive advantages include our commercial marketing teams, global R&D capabilities, the body of scientific evidence substantiating the safety and efficacy of our various medicines, our patient-centric solutions, physician and patient experience with our medicines and our medical capabilities, which are tailored to our product offerings, regional and local markets and the needs of our stakeholders.
In November 2013, the federal Drug Supply Chain Security Act (the “DSCSA”) became effective in the United States, mandating an industry-wide, national serialization system for pharmaceutical packaging with a ten-year phase-in process. By November 2018, all manufacturers and re-packagers were required to mark each prescription drug package with a unique serialized code.
In November 2013, the federal Drug Supply Chain Security Act (the “DSCSA”) became effective in the United States, mandating an industry-wide, electronic, interoperable system to trace prescription drugs through the pharmaceutical distribution supply chain with a ten-year phase-in process. By November 2018, all manufacturers and re-packagers were required to mark each prescription drug package with a unique serialized code.
Anda is able to compete in the secondary distribution market by maintaining high inventory levels for a broad offering of products, competitive pricing and offering next day delivery throughout the United States. Europe Our Europe segment includes the European Union, the United Kingdom and certain other European countries. We are one of the leading generic pharmaceutical companies in Europe.
Anda is able to compete in the distribution market by maintaining a broad portfolio of products, competitive pricing and delivery throughout the United States. Europe Our Europe segment includes the European Union, the United Kingdom and certain other European countries. We are one of the leading generic pharmaceutical companies in Europe.
In particular, HHS is directed to negotiate a subset of medicines with the highest annual expenditures to Medicare Parts B and D that have been on the market for 9 years (or 13 years for biologics) without an available generic (or biosimilar) on the market.
Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) is directed to negotiate a subset of medicines with the highest annual expenditures to Medicare Parts B and D that have been on the market for 9 years (or 13 years for biologics) without an available generic (or biosimilar) on the market.
Our Product Portfolio and Business Offering Our product and service portfolio includes generic medicines, biopharmaceuticals, innovative medicines, OTC products, a distribution business, API and contract manufacturing. Each region manages the entire range of products and services offered in its region and our global marketing and portfolio function optimizes our pipeline and product lifecycle across therapeutic areas.
Our Product Portfolio and Business Offering Our product and service portfolio includes generic medicines, biopharmaceuticals, innovative medicines, OTC products, a distribution business, API and contract manufacturing. Each region manages the entire range of products and services offered in its region and our generics, biosimilars and innovative franchise units optimize our pipeline and product lifecycle across therapeutic areas.
District Court for the District of Massachusetts alleging that Eli Lilly & Co.’s (“Lilly”) marketing and sale of its galcanezumab product for the treatment of migraine infringes nine Teva patents, including three method of treatment patents and six composition of matter patents.
District Court for the District of Massachusetts alleging that Eli Lilly & Co.’s (“Lilly”) marketing and sale of its galcanezumab product for the treatment of migraine infringes nine Teva patents, including three method of treatment patents and six composition of matter patents. Lilly then submitted IPR petitions to the PTAB, challenging the validity of the nine Teva patents.
Our portfolio also includes ProAir RespiClick ® , QVAR, BRALTUS ® , CINQAIR/CINQAERO ® , DuoResp ® Spiromax ® and AirDuo ® RespiClick ® / ArmonAir ® RespiClick. We are committed to maintaining a leading presence in the respiratory market by delivering a range of medicines for the treatment of asthma and COPD.
The list of products includes ProAir RespiClick ® , QVAR ® , BRALTUS ® , CINQAIR/CINQAERO ® , DuoResp ® Spiromax ® and AirDuo ® RespiClick ® . We are committed to maintaining a meaningful presence in the respiratory market by delivering a range of medicines for the treatment of asthma and COPD.
By the end of 2022, we launched AJOVY in most European countries and in certain International Markets countries, such as Australia, Israel, South Korea, Brazil and others.
By the end of 2023, we launched AJOVY in most European countries and in certain countries within our International Markets segment, such as Japan, Australia, Israel, South Korea, Brazil and others.
Biosimilar Products Pipeline We have additional biosimilar products in development internally and with our partners that are in various stages of clinical trials and regulatory review worldwide, including phase 3 clinical trials for biosimilars to Prolia ® (denosumab), Xolair ® (omalizumab) and Eylea ® (afilbercept), a biosimilar to Lucentis ® (ranibizumab) that was submitted in Canada, and biosimilars to Stelara ® (ustekinumab) and to Humira ® (adalimumab), each of which are currently under U.S. regulatory review.
Biosimilar Products Pipeline We have additional biosimilar products in development internally and with our partners that are in various stages of clinical trials and regulatory review worldwide, including Phase 3 clinical trials for biosimilars to 13 Table of Contents Prolia ® / Xgeva ® (denosumab), Xolair ® (omalizumab), Eylea ® (afilbercept) and Simponi ® (golimumab), biosimilars to Stelara ® (ustekinumab) and to Humira ® (adalimumab), each of which are currently under U.S. regulatory review.
In addition, a number of states, including New York, have enacted legislation that requires entities to pay assessments or taxes on the sale or distribution of opioid medications in order to address the misuse of prescription opioid medications.
In addition, a number of states, including New York, have enacted legislation that requires entities to pay assessments or taxes on the sale or distribution of opioid medications in order to address the misuse of prescription opioid medications. Finally, a number of states have implemented IRA-like price controls on pharmaceutical manufacturers.
A trial against the remaining 505(b)(2) NDA filer, DRL, is set to begin in May 2023. • In addition to the settlement with Eagle regarding its bendamustine 505(b)(2) NDA, between 2015 and 2020, we reached final settlements with 22 ANDA filers for generic versions of the lyophilized form of TREANDA and one 505(b)(2) NDA filer for a generic version of the liquid form of TREANDA, providing for the launch of generic versions of TREANDA prior to patent expiration.
District Court for the District of Delaware. • In addition to the settlement with Eagle regarding its bendamustine 505(b)(2) NDA, between 2015 and 2020, we reached final settlements with 22 ANDA filers for generic versions of the lyophilized form of TREANDA and one 505(b)(2) NDA filer for a generic version of the liquid form of TREANDA, providing for the launch of generic versions of TREANDA prior to patent expiration.
We have been optimizing our global generics portfolio, particularly in the United States, through product discontinuation and price adjustments, with a focus on increasing profitability. This resulted in the restructuring and optimization of our generics business, including our manufacturing and supply network, and the closure or divestment of a significant number of manufacturing plants around the world.
We have been optimizing our global generics portfolio through product discontinuation and price adjustments, with a focus on high-value generics, including complex generics. This resulted in the restructuring 5 Table of Contents and optimization of our generics business, including our manufacturing and supply network, and the closure or divestment of a significant number of manufacturing plants around the world.
By the end of 2022, we launched AJOVY in certain countries within our International Markets segment, such as Australia, Israel, South Korea, Brazil and others. AUSTEDO was launched in China in 2021 and in Brazil in 2022.
By the end of 2023, we launched AJOVY in certain countries within our International Markets segment, such as Japan, Australia, Israel, South Korea, Brazil and others.
We have also received approval from the EMA for AJOVY’s auto-injector submission in the European Union in October 2019, and we commenced launch in March 2020. • AJOVY is the only anti-CGRP subcutaneous product indicated for quarterly treatment. • AJOVY is protected by patents expiring in 2026 in Europe and in 2027 in the United States.
We have also received approval from the EMA for AJOVY’s auto-injector submission in the European Union in October 2019, and we commenced launch in March 2020. • AJOVY is the only anti-CGRP subcutaneous product indicated for quarterly treatment. • AJOVY is protected worldwide by patents expiring in 2026 at the earliest; extensions have been granted in several countries, including the United States and in Europe, until 2031.
The majority of the countries in which we market our products have enacted privacy regulation. In 2022, the existing privacy legislation in Russia and Japan were amended. We and our partners are implementing measures as needed to comply with such privacy requirements.
The vast majority of the countries in which we market our products have enacted and/or amended privacy regulation. We and our partners are implementing measures as needed to comply with such privacy requirements.
For example, our organizations in many countries introduced or expanded employee assistance programs to cover psychological support and counseling for employees and their families and we included wellbeing as part of our managerial training programs.
We offer programs and initiatives that promote healthy diet, physical activity and mental wellbeing. For example, our organizations in many countries introduced or expanded employee assistance programs to cover psychological support and counseling for employees and their families and we included wellbeing as part of our managerial training programs.
The following table presents our workforce headcount by employment type: December 31, 2022 2021 2020 Full-time 34,004 34,713 37,100 Part-time 1,121 1,266 1,272 Contractor 1,701 1,558 1,844 Total 36,826 37,537 40,216 Total full time equivalent 36,520 37,037 39,717 The following table presents our workforce headcount by geographic area (excluding contractors): December 31, 2022 2021 2020 North America 6,099 6,302 6,918 Europe 17,834 18,122 18,569 International Markets (excluding Israel) 7,952 7,955 9,210 Israel 3,240 3,600 3,675 Total (excluding contractors) 35,125 35,979 38,372 We monitor our employee turnover on an ongoing basis, as it is an important indicator in connection with our human capital management that informs our understanding of our retention, recruitment and talent engagement.
The following table presents our workforce headcount by employment type: December 31, 2023 2022 2021 Full-time 35,001 34,004 34,713 Part-time 1,471 1,121 1,266 Contractor 1,379 1,701 1,558 Total 37,851 36,826 37,537 Total full time equivalent 37,226 36,520 37,037 The following table presents our workforce headcount by geographic area (excluding contractors): December 31, 2023 2022 2021 North America 6,330 6,099 6,302 Europe 18,602 17,834 18,122 International Markets (excluding Israel) 8,155 7,952 7,955 Israel 3,385 3,240 3,600 Total (excluding contractors) 36,472 35,125 35,979 17 Table of Contents We monitor our employee turnover on an ongoing basis, as it is an important indicator in connection with our human capital management that informs our understanding of our retention, recruitment and talent engagement.
Our innovative medicines business may continue to be affected by price reforms and changes in the political landscape, following recent public debate in the United States.
Our innovative medicines business may continue to be affected by price reforms and changes in the political landscape.
In Japan, one of our key markets within our International Markets segment, we operate a majority of our business through a business venture with Takeda Pharmaceutical Companies Limited (“Takeda”), in which we own a 51% stake and Takeda owns the remaining 49%.
In Japan, one of our key markets within our International Markets segment, we operate a majority of our business through a business venture with Takeda Pharmaceutical Companies Limited (“Takeda”), in which we own a 51% stake and Takeda owns the remaining 49%. Our innovative medicines portfolio in our International Markets segment focuses on three main areas: CNS, respiratory and oncology.
Our current R&D capabilities include solid oral dosage forms (such as tablets and capsules), inhalation, semi-solid and liquid formulations (such as ointments and creams), sterile formulations and other dosage forms, and delivery systems, such as matrix systems, special coating systems for sustained release products, orally disintegrating systems, sterile systems, such as vials, syringes, blow-fill-seal systems, long-acting release injectable, transdermal patches, oral thin film, drug device combinations and nasal delivery systems.
Our current R&D capabilities include solid oral dosage forms (such as tablets and capsules), inhalation, semi-solid and liquid formulations (such as ointments and creams), sterile formulations and other dosage forms, and delivery systems, such as matrix systems, special coating systems for sustained release products, orally disintegrating systems, sterile systems, such as vials, syringes, blow-fill-seal systems, long-acting release injectable, transdermal patches, oral thin film, drug device combinations and nasal delivery systems. 12 Table of Contents We pursue biosimilar pipeline projects in other therapeutic and disease areas that leverage our global R&D and commercial areas of expertise.
Our focus is on developing complex formulations with complex technologies, which have higher barriers to entry. Generic R&D activities, which are carried out in development centers located around the world, include product formulation, analytical method development, stability testing, management of bioequivalence, bio-analytical studies, other clinical studies and registration of generic drugs in all of the markets where we operate.
Generic R&D activities, which are carried out in development centers located around the world, include product formulation, analytical method development, stability testing, management of bioequivalence, bio-analytical studies, other clinical studies and registration of generic drugs in all of the markets where we operate.
We mitigate, where possible, our raw material supply risks through inventory management and alternative sourcing strategies. See also “Item 7—Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Macroeconomic Environment.” We source a large portion of our APIs from our own manufacturing facilities. Additional APIs are purchased from suppliers located in Europe, Asia and the Americas.
We mitigate, where possible, our raw material supply risks through inventory management and alternative sourcing strategies. See also “Item 7—Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Macroeconomic and Geopolitical Environment.” 14 Table of Contents We source a portion of our APIs from our own manufacturing facilities.
A decision is expected in the first half of 2023. • QVAR RediHaler (beclomethasone dipropionate HFA) inhalation aerosol, a BAI, is indicated for the maintenance treatment of asthma as a prophylactic therapy in patients four years of age and older.
This matter is currently on appeal, and a decision on the appeal is not expected until late 2024. • QVAR RediHaler (beclomethasone dipropionate HFA) inhalation aerosol, a BAI, is indicated for the maintenance treatment of asthma as a prophylactic therapy in patients four years of age and older.
In addition, we support recruitment, development and retention of individuals with diverse backgrounds. Our I&D task force monitors and assesses our I&D programs and efforts, using regular surveys and feedback to strengthen and adapt our programs, as needed. We seek to support our inclusive and diverse culture through employee resource groups (“ERGs”), mentoring programs, sponsorship, and training, among other things.
Our I&D global team monitors and assesses our I&D programs and efforts, using regular surveys and feedback to strengthen and adapt our programs, as needed. We seek to support our inclusive and diverse culture through employee resource groups (“ERGs”), mentoring programs and training, among other things.
In addition to having our first global wellbeing month dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of wellbeing, we leveraged practical tools and local programs to address the physical, financial, social and mental health needs of our employees and their families. We offer programs and initiatives that promote healthy diet, physical activity and mental wellbeing.
In 2023, we continued to focus on employee wellbeing. In addition to having our second global wellbeing month dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of wellbeing, we leveraged practical tools and local programs to address the physical, financial, social and mental health needs of our employees and their families.
A settlement was reached with one of those two filers on December 5, 2022, and a trial was held against the other during November 2022.
A settlement was reached with one of those two filers on December 5, 2022, and a trial was held against the other during November 2022. Teva prevailed at trial, with the court finding the asserted patents to be valid.
In 2019, we launched Truxima ® , our first oncology biosimilar product in the United States. BENDEKA ® is a liquid, low-volume (50 mL) and short-time 10-minute infusion formulation of bendamustine hydrochloride that we licensed from Eagle Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (“Eagle”).
We maintain a meaningful presence in oncology, including both innovative and generic medicines (including biosimilars). In 2019, we launched Truxima ® (rituximab-abbs) injection for intravenous use, our first oncology biosimilar product in the United States. BENDEKA ® (bendamustine HCl) is a liquid, low-volume (50 mL) and short-time 10-minute infusion formulation of bendamustine hydrochloride that we licensed from Eagle Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
This biologic treatment was launched in the U.S. and in certain European countries in 2016 and in Canada in 2017. • AirDuo RespiClick (fluticasone propionate and salmeterol inhalation powder) (and its authorized generic) is a combination of an inhaled corticosteroid and a long acting beta-agonist bronchodilator, approved in the United States for the treatment of asthma in patients aged 12 years and older who are uncontrolled on an ICS or whose disease severity clearly warrants the use of an ICS/long-acting beta2-adrenergic agonist combination.
ProAir Digihaler is a digital version allowing users to capture and share inhaler use data. • AirDuo RespiClick (fluticasone propionate and salmeterol inhalation powder) (and its authorized generic) is a combination of an inhaled corticosteroid and a long-acting beta-agonist bronchodilator, approved in the United States for the treatment of asthma in patients aged 12 years and older who are uncontrolled on an ICS or whose disease severity clearly warrants the use of an ICS/long-acting beta2-adrenergic agonist combination.
Our Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability Policy and global Environment Health and Safety Management System guide our employee health and safety practices. We have implemented this system, which often exceeds regulatory requirements, to provide a global standard of care. As our employees and communities continued to face the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, protecting our employees remained our priority.
Our Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability Policy and global Environment Health and Safety Management System guide our employee health and safety practices. We have implemented this system, which often exceeds regulatory requirements, to provide a global standard of care.
In July 2020, the European Court of Justice in a case known as “Schrems II”, invalidated the adequacy of the EU-US Privacy Shield Certification Programme under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”).
In July 2020, the European Court of Justice in a case known as “Schrems II”, invalidated the adequacy of the EU-US Privacy Shield Certification Programme under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) and called into question the framework in which personal data can be transferred from the EU to outside the EU.