Amgen’s Stealth Enbrel Patent May Block Biosimilars; Scenario May Apply To Other Biologics
Executive Summary
Amgen’s patent may keep Enbrel biosimilars off the market until at least 2028. Other biosimilar sponsors could face similar submarine patents that derail their commercialization plans.
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