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Sanofi K.K. (hereinafter “Sanofi”) and Taiho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “Taiho”) announced today that the sales of the anticancer agent Jevtana^® I.V. Infusion 60 mg (generic name: cabazitaxel; hereinafter “Jevtana”) will be transferred from Sanofi to Taiho in Japan effective April 1, 2026.

Jevtana is an anticancer agent which was approved and launched in Japan in 2014, indicated for patients with castration-resistant prostate cancer previously treated with a docetaxel-containing regimen. The agent inhibits cell division by promoting tubulin polymerization and stabilizing microtubules, thereby suppressing the proliferation of cancer cells.

On April 1, 2026, Taiho will assume responsibility for the sales and marketing, and medical information activities for Jevtana in Japan, while Sanofi will continue to be the marketing authorization holder and will also continue to manufacture the product.

Sanofi and Taiho remain committed to ensuring a smooth transition and continued supply of Jevtana to patients in need of this treatment.

Sanofi is an R&D driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. We apply our deep understanding of the immune system to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world, with an innovative pipeline that could benefit millions more. Our team is guided by one purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives; this inspires us to drive progress and deliver positive impact for our people and the communities we serve, by addressing the most urgent healthcare, environmental, and societal challenges of our time.
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Taiho Pharmaceutical, a subsidiary of Otsuka Holdings Co., Ltd. (https://www.otsuka.com/en/　), is an R&D-driven specialty pharma focusing on the fields of oncology and immune-related diseases. Its corporate philosophy takes the form of a pledge: “We strive to improve human health and contribute to a society enriched by smiles.” In the field of oncology, in particular, Taiho Pharmaceutical is known as a leading company in Japan for developing innovative medicines for the treatment of cancer, a reputation that is rapidly expanding through their extensive global R&D efforts. In areas other than oncology, as well, the company creates and markets quality products that effectively treat medical conditions and can help improve people’s quality of life. Always putting customers first, Taiho Pharmaceutical also aims to offer consumer healthcare products that support people’s efforts to lead fulfilling and rewarding lives. For more information about Taiho Pharmaceutical, please visit https://www.taiho.co.jp/en/.