Arizona Tribune - Sunshine Biopharma Expands Presence in the $53.9 Billion Global Antibiotics Market with the Acquisition of Marketing Rights for Two New Antibiotics in Canada

According to BioSpace, the global antibiotics market size in 2024 was estimated at $53.9 billion and is expected to reach approximately $85.8 billion by 2033, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. In 2023, North America and Europe held the second biggest market share of around 45%. The Canadian portion of this global market is approximately 2.2% or $1.2 billion.

"We believe we are strategically positioned, through Nora Pharma, to introduce these two new antibiotics to the market, complementing our existing portfolio of 70 generic prescription drugs currently on the market in Canada. This expansion signifies a pivotal step in our mission to advance healthcare solutions for our patients," stated Dr. Steve Slilaty, CEO of Sunshine Biopharma.

About Sunshine Biopharma Inc.

Sunshine Biopharma currently has 70 generic prescription drugs on the market in Canada and 13 additional drugs scheduled to be launched in the remainder of 2025. Among the new drugs to be launched is NIOPEG®, a biosimilar of NEULASTA®. Like NEULASTA®, NIOPEG® is a long-acting form of recombinant human granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (filgrastim). It is indicated to decrease the incidence of infection in patients with non-myeloid malignancie sreceiving anti-neoplastic therapy. In addition, Sunshine Biopharma is conducting a proprietary drug development program which is comprised of (i) K1.1 mRNA, an mRNA-Lipid Nanoparticle targeted for liver cancer, and (ii) PLpro protease inhibitor, a small molecule for treatment of SARS Coronavirus infections. For more information, please visit: www.sunshinebiopharma.com.

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For Additional Information, please contact:

Camille Sebaaly, CFO
Direct Line: 514-814-0464
camille.sebaaly@sunshinebiopharma.com

SOURCE: Sunshine Biopharma Inc.

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