Intellectual Property Risks Relating to Generic Drugs
First written in FY2016. 2 of 5 entries say "Restated". Latest entry: FY2026.
- FY2026WorsenedAnnual report
「The emergence of judicial decisions broadly recognizing the scope of protection afforded by originator drug manufacturers' patents, and the increasing difficulty of patent strategy」
In addition to the existing risks of patent infringement and litigation, it identifies as industry issues the emergence of judicial decisions broadly recognizing the scope of protection afforded by originator drug manufacturers' patents and the increasing difficulty of patent strategy. - FY2020MitigatedAnnual report
「To address these risks, the Group not only complies with the various laws and regulations relevant to its business, but also works to prevent disputes by obtaining the cooperation of attorneys and other specialists, clarifying rights and obligations through appropriate contracts, and investigating the rights of third parties.」
As measures addressing intellectual-property infringement and litigation risks, it specifically describes obtaining specialist assistance, clarifying rights and obligations through contracts, and investigating third-party rights. - FY2018RestatedAnnual report
「The Group may face litigation on the grounds of suspected patent infringement, and if such a situation arises, its business performance and other results may be affected.」
Reiterates the risks of infringement and litigation involving patents, design rights and other rights relating to generic pharmaceuticals. - FY2017RestatedAnnual report
「The Group may face litigation on the grounds of suspected patent infringement, and if such a situation arises, its business performance and other results may be affected.」
Reiterates the risks of infringement and litigation involving patents, design rights and other rights relating to generic pharmaceuticals. - FY2016First statedAnnual report
「The Group may face litigation on the grounds of suspected patent infringement, and if such a situation arises, its business performance and other results may be affected.」
Explains that it investigates substance and use patents, crystal forms, manufacturing processes, formulations, design rights and other rights.