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14 November 2024NewsEuropeMarisa Woutersen

GSK triumphs in EPO appeal, revoking Pfizer patent

European patent related to an inhaler revoked following successful appeal by GSK | Ruling comes after a series of challenges over novelty and inventive step | Decision further intensifies ongoing patent disputes between the pharma giants.

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