Takeda Winds Down Uloric Amid Generic Competition

With generics capturing 97% of the U.S. gout market, Takeda’s decision to discontinue Uloric comes as no surprise. After peaking at ¥51.1 billion (~$477M) in FY2019, Uloric’s sales dwindled under patent expiration and fierce competition.

Takeda plans to distribute the drug through March 2026.

https://www.fiercepharma.com/pharma/takeda-bids-adieu-uloric-after-gout-meds-gradual-fade-glory

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