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Nuvo Pharms Company Profile


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What is the competitive landscape for NUVO PHARMS

NUVO PHARMS has twelve approved drugs.

There are four US patents protecting NUVO PHARMS drugs.

Summary for Nuvo Pharms
US Patents:4
Tradenames:11
Ingredients:11
NDAs:12

Drugs and US Patents for Nuvo Pharms

ApplicantTradenameGeneric NameDosageNDAApproval DateTETypeRLDRSPatent No.Patent ExpirationProductSubstanceDelist Req.Exclusivity Expiration
Nuvo Pharms Inc BUTALBITAL, ACETAMINOPHEN AND CAFFEINE acetaminophen; butalbital; caffeine CAPSULE;ORAL 207118-001 Oct 28, 2016 AA RX No No ⤷  Try for Free ⤷  Try for Free
Nuvo Pharms Inc HYDROXYZINE HYDROCHLORIDE hydroxyzine hydrochloride TABLET;ORAL 207121-001 Mar 29, 2017 AB RX No No ⤷  Try for Free ⤷  Try for Free
Nuvo Pharms Inc NAPROXEN naproxen TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE;ORAL 091432-001 Sep 19, 2011 AB RX No No ⤷  Try for Free ⤷  Try for Free
Nuvo Pharms NUVIGIL armodafinil TABLET;ORAL 021875-001 Jun 15, 2007 AB RX Yes No ⤷  Try for Free ⤷  Try for Free
Nuvo Pharms Inc PENNSAID diclofenac sodium SOLUTION;TOPICAL 020947-001 Nov 4, 2009 DISCN Yes No 8,618,164 ⤷  Try for Free ⤷  Try for Free
>Applicant>Tradename>Generic Name>Dosage>NDA>Approval Date>TE>Type>RLD>RS>Patent No.>Patent Expiration>Product>Substance>Delist Req.>Exclusivity Expiration
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Expired US Patents for Nuvo Pharms

ApplicantTradenameGeneric NameDosageNDAApproval DatePatent No.Patent Expiration
Nuvo Pharms NUVIGIL armodafinil TABLET;ORAL 021875-005 Mar 26, 2009 7,132,570*PED ⤷  Try for Free
Nuvo Pharms NUVIGIL armodafinil TABLET;ORAL 021875-004 Jun 15, 2007 7,297,346*PED ⤷  Try for Free
Nuvo Pharms NUVIGIL armodafinil TABLET;ORAL 021875-003 Jun 15, 2007 7,297,346*PED ⤷  Try for Free
Nuvo Pharms NUVIGIL armodafinil TABLET;ORAL 021875-003 Jun 15, 2007 4,927,855*PED ⤷  Try for Free
Nuvo Pharms PROVIGIL modafinil TABLET;ORAL 020717-002 Dec 24, 1998 4,927,855*PED ⤷  Try for Free
>Applicant>Tradename>Generic Name>Dosage>NDA>Approval Date>Patent No.>Patent Expiration
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Paragraph IV (Patent) Challenges for NUVO PHARMS drugs
Drugname Dosage Strength Tradename Submissiondate
➤ Subscribe Tablets 100 mg and 200 mg ➤ Subscribe 2009-09-11
➤ Subscribe Topical Solution 2.0% ➤ Subscribe 2014-06-03
➤ Subscribe Tablets 50 mg, 150 mg and 250 mg ➤ Subscribe 2009-07-24
➤ Subscribe Topical Solution 1.5% ➤ Subscribe 2012-07-11
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Nuvo Pharms Market Analysis and Financial Projection

Here is a comprehensive analysis of Nuvo Pharmaceuticals' competitive landscape and market position:

Company Overview

Nuvo Pharmaceuticals (now rebranded as Miravo Healthcare) is a Canadian commercial healthcare company focused on pain management, allergy and dermatology products. Key points about the company:

  • Headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario
  • Trades on TSX under ticker MRV
  • Market cap of approximately $11 million
  • Annual revenue of around $69 million (2022)
  • Portfolio of commercial products and manufacturing capabilities

Key Products

Nuvo's main commercial products include:

  • Blexten - antihistamine for allergic rhinitis and urticaria
  • Cambia - NSAID for acute migraine
  • Suvexx - combination drug for acute migraine
  • Pennsaid/Pennsaid 2% - topical NSAID for osteoarthritis pain
  • Resultz - head lice treatment

Competitive Strengths

  1. Diversified product portfolio across pain, allergy and dermatology
  2. Strong presence in Canadian market
  3. FDA-approved manufacturing facility in Quebec
  4. Global partnerships and out-licensing deals
  5. Focus on acquiring late-stage/commercial assets

Market Position

  • Leader in Canadian pain and allergy markets
  • Growing presence in international markets through partnerships
  • Relatively small player compared to big pharma, but carved out niche in specific therapeutic areas

Key Competitors

  • Major pharma companies in pain/allergy space (e.g. Pfizer, GSK)
  • Other specialty pharma firms (e.g. Bausch Health, Knight Therapeutics)
  • Generic manufacturers as patents expire

Strategic Insights

  1. Rebranding as Miravo Healthcare signals focus on broader healthcare offerings beyond pharmaceuticals

  2. Actively pursuing business development to acquire additional commercial-stage assets and diversify portfolio

  3. Leveraging manufacturing capabilities to pursue contract manufacturing opportunities

  4. Expanding global footprint through out-licensing deals for key products

  5. Managing loss of exclusivity for mature products through lifecycle management and new formulations

  6. Focusing R&D efforts on line extensions and new indications for existing products rather than novel drug discovery

  7. Potential takeover target for larger specialty pharma companies looking to expand in Canada

Challenges

  • Relatively small size limits ability to compete with big pharma
  • Patent expirations and generic competition for key products
  • High debt levels from past acquisitions
  • Concentrated product portfolio with high reliance on few key brands

Outlook

Nuvo/Miravo is well-positioned in its core therapeutic areas in Canada, but faces challenges to drive significant growth. The company's strategy of acquiring commercial-stage assets and expanding globally through partnerships appears sound given its size and capabilities. Successfully executing on business development and managing the lifecycle of existing products will be key to the company's future prospects.

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