Mumbai, Naples, December 04, 2025: Global pharma major Lupin Limited (Lupin) today announced that it has entered into an Exclusive Licensing Agreement with Valorum Biologics (Valorum), a biosimilar specialist in the U.S., for its biosimilar Armlupeg™ (pegfilgrastim-unne).
Under the terms of the agreement, Valorum will advance the commercialization and distribution of Armlupeg™ (pegfilgrastim-unne) in the United States. Lupin will be responsible for manufacturing and supply of the product and will receive an upfront license fee and a royalty payment on net sales.
“We are pleased to collaborate with Valorum to expand access to affordable treatment options for patients undergoing chemotherapy. This partnership reflects our unwavering commitment to improving patient outcomes and aligns with our mission to make high-quality biosimilars more accessible. We look forward to strengthening our presence in the U.S. biosimilars market and building on our momentum as a global leader in developing and commercializing important biosimilar medicines,” said Spiro Gavaris, President – U.S. Generics, Lupin.
“We are excited to launch Armlupeg™ (pegfilgrastim-unne) in the U.S. Our team has a proven track record in specialty markets, and we expect to capture significant market share through our commercial expertise,” said Par S. Hyare, CEO of Valorum. “Crucially, we also look forward to providing another option for healthcare providers and patients, increasing access to this important treatment in oncology supportive care.”
Pegfilgrastim-unne is indicated to reduce the duration of neutropenia and the incidence of febrile neutropenia in patients receiving chemotherapy.
About Lupin
Lupin Limited is a global pharmaceutical leader headquartered in Mumbai, India, with products distributed in over 100 markets. Lupin specializes in pharmaceutical products, including branded and generic formulations, complex generics, biotechnology products, and active pharmaceutical ingredients. Trusted by healthcare professionals and consumers globally, the company enjoys a strong position in India and the U.S. across multiple therapy areas, including respiratory, cardiovascular, anti-diabetic, anti-infective, gastrointestinal, central nervous system, and women’s health. Lupin has 15 state-of-the-art manufacturing sites and 7 research centers globally, along with a dedicated workforce of over 24,000 professionals. Lupin is committed to improving patient health outcomes through its subsidiaries – Lupin Diagnostics, Lupin Digital Health, and Lupin Manufacturing Solutions.
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About Valorum
Valorum Biologics is a specialized U.S. commercialization partner dedicated to maximizing the market potential of biosimilars. We deliver best-in-class execution for the regulatory approval, launch, and ongoing commercialization of complex biopharmaceutical products across the U.S. Our team combines unparalleled experience with extensive market networks, focusing on optimizing access and achieving significant cost savings for the healthcare system, ensuring patients receive timely and affordable treatment.
For further information or queries, please contact
Rajalakshmi Azariah
Vice President & Global Head – Corporate Communications, Lupin
rajalakshmiazariah@lupin.com
Par S Hyare
CEO, Valorum Biologics
phyare@valorum.bio