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協和キリン

4151PharmaceuticalsTokyo, Japan

Operating globally, Kyowa Kirin Co., Ltd. is a pharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, manufacturing, and marketing of innovative medical therapies. The company's core areas of expertise span oncology, nephrology, central nervous system disorders, and immunology. Its extensive product portfolio includes established medications such as ABSTRAL, a sublingual fentanyl formulation for managing breakthrough pain in cancer patients; ALLELOCK, an antihistamine for various allergic conditions; and CONIEL, a calcium channel blocker prescribed for hypertension and angina. Kyowa Kirin also provides a range of advanced biological and specialized treatments. These encompass Crysvita, a recombinant human monoclonal IgG1 antibody targeting fibroblast growth factor 23, and blood-related therapies like ESPO (human erythropoietin), NESP (an erythropoiesis stimulating agent), and GRAN (a human colony-stimulating factor). Further products in its lineup address diverse medical needs: G-LASTA/Peglasta/Neulasta for chemotherapy-induced febrile neutropenia; LEUNASE for acute lymphoblastic leukemia; LUMICEF, a biological treatment for moderate to severe plaque psoriasis; Moventig, a mu-opioid receptor antagonist for opioid-induced constipation; Nouriast/Nourianz, an adenosine receptor antagonist for Parkinson's disease; and ORKEDIA, an oral calcimimetics agent. Other significant offerings are PecFent, a nasally administered spray; POTELIGEO, a humanized monoclonal antibody targeting CC chemokine receptor 4; REGPARA for secondary hyperparathyroidism; Romiplate/Nplate, a recombinant protein promoting platelet production; and SANCUSO for managing nausea and vomiting. Beyond its current offerings, Kyowa Kirin is actively involved in pipeline development, notably through a strategic collaboration with Amgen Inc. for the joint development and commercialization of KHK4083. This Phase 3-ready, fully human anti-OX40 monoclonal antibody is being developed to treat atopic dermatitis. Established in Tokyo, Japan, in 1949, the company changed its name from Kyowa Hakko Kirin Co., Ltd. to Kyowa Kirin Co., Ltd. in June 2019. It operates as a subsidiary of Kirin Holdings Company, Limited.

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協和キリン at a glance

協和キリン is a pharmaceuticals company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. It is publicly listed (4151) with a market capitalisation of $8.4B. Xcout tracks 12 named people at 協和キリン, including Abdul Mullick (Representative Director, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)).

Industry
Pharmaceuticals
Headquarters
Tokyo, Japan
Market cap
$8.4B
Employees
5,161
Ticker
4151

協和キリン leadership

  • Abdul MullickRepresentative Director, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
  • Takeyoshi YamashitaDirector of the Board, Executive Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer (CSciO)
  • Masashi MiyamotoRepresentative Director, Chairman
  • Daisuke FujiwaraDirector of the Board
  • Hiroshi KannoDirector of the Board, Audit and Supervisory Committee Member (Independent Director)
  • Kenji ShibataDirector of the Board, Audit and Supervisory Committee Member

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中外製薬4519 · PharmaceuticalsTokyo, Japan
72% matchPublic

Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. is a prominent global pharmaceutical company, operating subsidiaries involved in the full lifecycle of drug development, from research and manufacturing to sales, import, and export, serving both Japanese and international markets. Its commercialized product portfolio spans several key therapeutic areas. These include a robust oncology offering with leading treatments like Avastin, Tecentriq, Perjeta, Alecensa, Herceptin, Kadcyla, Rituxan, Gazyva, and Xeloda. Additionally, it provides medications for bone health (e.g., Actemra, Edirol, Bonviva), renal conditions (such as Mircera and Oxarol), and neurological or other diverse ailments (including Hemlibra, CellCept, and Enspryng). Beyond its existing offerings, the company maintains an active research and development pipeline. This pipeline features multiple promising candidates targeting oncology, orthopedic and joint disorders, autoimmune diseases, kidney-related conditions, and various neurological or other health issues. Strategic partnerships are central to Chugai's operations, most notably a significant alliance with the Roche Group. The company also fosters collaborative research initiatives with academic institutions. Established in 1925, Chugai's headquarters are located in Tokyo, Japan, and it operates as a key subsidiary of Roche Holding Ltd.

Market cap$74.2B
Employees7,872
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小野薬品工業4528 · PharmaceuticalsOsaka, Japan
71% matchPublic

Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., along with its affiliated companies, is engaged in the global development, manufacturing, procurement, and sale of a diverse range of pharmaceutical products and diagnostic tools. Its diverse oncology portfolio includes OPDIVO intravenous infusions, KYPROLIS for injection, MEKTOVI, VELEXBRU, and ADLUMIZ tablets, along with BRAFTOVI capsules, all prescribed for various malignant tumors. It also provides EMEND capsules and PROEMEND intravenous injections to alleviate chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, and DEMSER capsules for managing symptoms in pheochromocytoma patients. Beyond oncology, the company's offerings span multiple therapeutic areas. For metabolic disorders, it supplies GLACTIV and FORXIGA tablets for type 2 diabetes. Cardiovascular health is supported by ONOACT injections for tachyarrhythmia, CORALAN for chronic heart failure, and OPALMON tablets addressing peripheral circulatory disorders. Autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis are treated with ORENCIA injections. Neurological therapies include RIVASTACH patches for Alzheimer's disease and ONGENTYS tablets for Parkinson's disease. Other notable products are PARSABIV intravenous injections for dialysis patients, STAYBLA tablets for overactive bladder, ONON capsules and dry syrups for bronchial asthma and allergic rhinitis, and RECALBON tablets for osteoporosis, with JOYCLU intra-articular injection available to improve joint function. Moreover, the company is heavily invested in research and development, with a pipeline targeting a wide array of diseases. This includes various malignancies such as esophageal, urothelial, Hodgkin's lymphoma, ovarian, bladder, prostate, hepatocellular, pancreatic, biliary tract, gastric, thyroid, colorectal, melanoma, acute myeloid leukemia, non-small cell lung cancer, and virus-positive/negative solid tumors, as well as primary central nervous system lymphoma. Beyond cancer, its developmental efforts extend to myelodysplastic syndrome, polymyositis/dermatomyositis, tachyarrhythmia, pemphigus, generalized scleroderma, enthesopathy, diabetic polyneuropathy, neurodegenerative and autoimmune disorders, narcolepsy, and thrombosis. Established in 1717, the company maintains its corporate headquarters in Osaka, Japan.

Market cap$7.1B
Employees4,206
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日本新薬4516 · PharmaceuticalsKyoto, Japan
71% matchPublic

Nippon Shinyaku Co., Ltd., an enterprise established in Kyoto, Japan, in 1911, engages globally in the production and distribution of pharmaceutical products and functional foods. Its reach extends across Japan, Switzerland, and various international markets, with operations structured into two core divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Functional Food. The Pharmaceutical division concentrates on a wide array of therapeutic areas, encompassing conditions affecting the urinary system, inflammatory and allergic responses, hematologic malignancies, cardiovascular and metabolic disorders, gastrointestinal issues, and other diverse diseases. Its extensive product catalog features notable treatments such as Zalutia, designed for urinary difficulties arising from benign prostatic hypertrophy; Eviprostat, also for prostatic hypertrophy; Bladderon for frequent urination; and Estracyt, targeting prostate cancer. For erectile dysfunction, it provides Cialis. In hematology and oncology, the company's portfolio includes Vidaza for myelodysplastic syndrome; Cylocide and CylocideN for solid tumors, acute leukemia, and malignant lymphoma; Gazyva, a humanized anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody; Defiterio for sinusoidal obstruction syndrome; and Trisenox and Amnolake for relapsed and refractory acute promyelocytic leukemia. Nippon Shinyaku also offers Uptravi, Adcirca, and Opsumit for the management of pulmonary arterial hypertension, alongside VILTEPSO for muscular dystrophy. Other specialized medications include Lunabel LD and Lunabel ULD for dysmenorrhea; Erizas, a dry powder inhaler for allergic rhinitis; Azunol Gargle liquid, an azulene-based gargling solution; Isobide for oral osmotic diuresis and Meniere's disease; Cephadol for vertigo; Livostin for allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis; Regtect, aimed at maintaining alcohol abstinence; and Onetram and Tramal for the treatment of cancer and chronic pain. Furthermore, the company actively conducts research, development, and marketing efforts in the fields of gynecology, otorhinolaryngology, and orthopedics. The Functional Food segment broadens the company's offerings, supplying various health-focused ingredients, food preservatives, protein preparations, dietary supplements, and a selection of spices and condiments.

Market cap$1.5B
Employees2,309
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住友ファーマ4506 · PharmaceuticalsOsaka, Japan
70% matchPublic

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd. is a global company involved in the creation, production, and sale of a variety of products, including human pharmaceuticals, food ingredients and additives, and veterinary medicines. Its operations span across Japan, North America, China, and other international territories. The company's pharmaceutical offerings address a broad spectrum of medical needs. These include treatments for conditions such as Parkinson's disease, depression, type 2 diabetes, systemic fungal infections, hypertension, pruritus, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), angina pectoris, and arrhythmia. Additionally, they manufacture atypical antipsychotics, antiepileptics, carbapenem antibiotics, gastrointestinal products, and specialized medications for Anderson-Fabry disease. Beyond healthcare, Sumitomo Pharma provides food components and enhancement agents like polysaccharides, along with savory flavorings such as soups and bouillons. The company also supplies chemical raw materials, which encompass pharmaceutical excipients, components for personal care products, substances used in coatings and industrial applications, and electronic materials. Moreover, it produces veterinary therapeutic solutions designed for domestic pets, specifically dogs and cats, as well as for various farm animals, including cattle, swine, poultry, horses, and cultivated fish. To drive innovation, Sumitomo Pharma fosters partnerships with several organizations. These collaborators include Healios K.K., Keio University, RIKEN, the Center for iPS Cell Research and Application, Kyoto University, and Aikomi Co., Ltd. The company also maintains a joint development agreement with SanBio Company Limited, a collaboration and license agreement with Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., and a strategic alliance with Roivant Sciences Ltd. Originally established in 1897, the company, headquartered in Osaka, Japan, was known as Sumitomo Dainippon Pharma Co., Ltd. until it adopted its current name, Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., in April 2022. It functions as a subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical Company, Limited.

Market cap$3.8B
Employees3,123
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第一三共4568 · PharmaceuticalsTokyo, Japan
70% matchPublic

Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited is a global pharmaceutical enterprise actively involved in the research, development, manufacturing, importation, marketing, and distribution of a diverse array of medicinal products worldwide. Its extensive product lineup addresses numerous therapeutic areas. In oncology, key offerings include trastuzumab deruxtecan, an anti-HER2 antibody drug conjugate, alongside treatments like Gefitinib for malignant tumors, Bicalutamide for prostate cancer, and Tamoxifen, an anti-breast cancer agent. For pain management, the company provides mirogabalin and loxoprofen (an anti-inflammatory analgesic). Diabetes treatments feature teneligliptin/canagliflozin and teneligliptin, with colesevelam serving dual purposes for hypercholesterolemia and type 2 diabetes. Other notable prescription drugs include lacosamide (an anti-epileptic), prasugrel (an antiplatelet), denosumab (for osteoporosis and bone disorders), edoxaban (an anticoagulant), esomeprazole (for ulcer treatment), memantine (for Alzheimer's disease), and laninamivir (for influenza). The company also supplies olmesartan (an antihypertensive), levofloxacin (an antibacterial), pravastatin (for hypercholesterolemia), Silodosin (for dysuria), and ferric carboxymaltose/iron sucrose injections for anemia. Beyond prescription medications, Daiichi Sankyo markets popular consumer health brands such as Lulu (a combination cold remedy), Loxonin S (an antipyretic/anti-inflammatory painkiller), Transino (for melasma and skin improvement), Minon (skincare), and the oral care lines Breath Labo and Clean Dental. The company further contributes to public health with various vaccines, including adsorbed cell culture-derived influenza, influenza HA, measles-rubella combined, and mumps vaccines. Its operations also extend beyond human pharmaceuticals to include veterinary drugs, cosmetics, medical equipment, food products, drinking water, and the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and intermediates. Daiichi Sankyo is collaborating with Guardant Health on the development of Guardant360 CDx, a companion diagnostic for Enhertu, specifically for advanced metastatic non-small cell lung cancer. Founded in 1899, the company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Market cap$31.3B
Employees20,171
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