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Chugai Executes Asset Transfer for 13 Off-Patent Brands
Chugai Pharmaceutical said on January 5 that it has executed the transfer of assets for 13 off-patent brands, excluding inventories, to Taiyo Pharma for 21,280 million yen in accordance with their agreement announced in November. To ensure a smooth transition,…
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