Kitov Pharma Announces Amended Marketing and Distribution Agreement with Coeptis and Provides Update on the Upcoming Launch of Consensi(TM) in the U.S
In the amended agreement with Coeptis, Kitov will receive up to $99.5M in milestone and reimbursement payments plus 20% in royaltiesCoeptis Pharmaceuticals has engaged a distribution partner with an established sales network and access to thousands of pharmacies nationwide
TEL AVIV, Israel, Oct. 11, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kitov Pharma Ltd. (“Kitov”) (NASDAQ/TASE: KTOV), a clinical-stage company advancing first-in-class therapies to overcome tumor immune evasion and drug resistance, today announced the amendment of the marketing and distribution agreement with Coeptis Pharmaceuticals and provided an update on the upcoming launch of Consensi in the U.S:
Marketing and distribution agreement with Coeptis Pharmaceuticals for commercialization of ConsensiTM in the U.S has been amended. Kitov will receive up to $99.5M in milestone and reimbursement payments plus 20% in royalties, with a minimum aggregate of $7 million in the next 3 years. Coeptis has engaged a distribution partner with an established sales network and access to thousands of pharmacies to drive the launch of the drug. In addition, a marketing plan and pricing strategy have been finalized.Manufacturing of the initial commercial batches is now in its latest phases and will soon be ready for packaging and shipping to the U.S.
“As we get closer to the launch of ConsensiTM in the U.S., we are excited about Coeptis’ commercialization strategy and welcome Coeptis’ new partners who have an established distribution and operations infrastructure. We believe that their expertise and immense network will boost sales and will establish ConsensiTMas an ideal therapeutic option for patients suffering from both osteoarthritis related pain and hypertension,” said Isaac Israel, chief executive officer of Kitov. “In addition, the terms of the amended agreement create near-term revenue streams to support further development of our oncology pipeline – a key focus for Kitov.”
"Our agreement with Kitov is mutually beneficial and the updated agreement is another solid example of the strong collaboration between Coeptis and Kitov. We look forward to continuing our close relationship with Kitov, especially as we gear up to launch ConsensiTM in the US," said Modi Obochi, president and chief executive officer of Coeptis. "The recent selection of a distribution partner for ConsensiTM illustrates our strong commitment to meet our business objectives and to provide therapeutic options to the patients. We look forward to leveraging the cash flow from ConsensiTM to advance our portfolio."
Under the terms of the amended agreement Kitov will receive 20% in royalties on net sales of ConsensiTM with minimum royalties of $4.5M over the next 3 years. In addition, Kitov is entitled to receive up to $99.5M in milestone and reimbursement payments, of which $1M was previously received, $1.5M is expected before the end of the year in connection with the manufacturing of the initial commercial batches, an additional $1M is due following the first commercial sale of ConsensiTM in the U.S. and $96M which is subject to certain pre-defined commercial milestones.
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In the amended agreement with Coeptis, Kitov will receive up to $99.5M in milestone and reimbursement payments plus 20% in royaltiesCoeptis Pharmaceuticals has engaged a distribution partner with an established sales network and access to thousands of pharmacies nationwide
TEL AVIV, Israel, Oct. 11, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kitov Pharma Ltd. (“Kitov”) (NASDAQ/TASE: KTOV), a clinical-stage company advancing first-in-class therapies to overcome tumor immune evasion and drug resistance, today announced the amendment of the marketing and distribution agreement with Coeptis Pharmaceuticals and provided an update on the upcoming launch of Consensi in the U.S:
Marketing and distribution agreement with Coeptis Pharmaceuticals for commercialization of ConsensiTM in the U.S has been amended. Kitov will receive up to $99.5M in milestone and reimbursement payments plus 20% in royalties, with a minimum aggregate of $7 million in the next 3 years. Coeptis has engaged a distribution partner with an established sales network and access to thousands of pharmacies to drive the launch of the drug. In addition, a marketing plan and pricing strategy have been finalized.Manufacturing of the initial commercial batches is now in its latest phases and will soon be ready for packaging and shipping to the U.S.
“As we get closer to the launch of ConsensiTM in the U.S., we are excited about Coeptis’ commercialization strategy and welcome Coeptis’ new partners who have an established distribution and operations infrastructure. We believe that their expertise and immense network will boost sales and will establish ConsensiTMas an ideal therapeutic option for patients suffering from both osteoarthritis related pain and hypertension,” said Isaac Israel, chief executive officer of Kitov. “In addition, the terms of the amended agreement create near-term revenue streams to support further development of our oncology pipeline – a key focus for Kitov.”
"Our agreement with Kitov is mutually beneficial and the updated agreement is another solid example of the strong collaboration between Coeptis and Kitov. We look forward to continuing our close relationship with Kitov, especially as we gear up to launch ConsensiTM in the US," said Modi Obochi, president and chief executive officer of Coeptis. "The recent selection of a distribution partner for ConsensiTM illustrates our strong commitment to meet our business objectives and to provide therapeutic options to the patients. We look forward to leveraging the cash flow from ConsensiTM to advance our portfolio."
Under the terms of the amended agreement Kitov will receive 20% in royalties on net sales of ConsensiTM with minimum royalties of $4.5M over the next 3 years. In addition, Kitov is entitled to receive up to $99.5M in milestone and reimbursement payments, of which $1M was previously received, $1.5M is expected before the end of the year in connection with the manufacturing of the initial commercial batches, an additional $1M is due following the first commercial sale of ConsensiTM in the U.S. and $96M which is subject to certain pre-defined commercial milestones.
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