Biocon Secures Health Canada Nod for Yesintek Autoinjector Pen

Written By :  Parthika Patel
Published On 2026-07-30 11:41 GMT   |   Update On 2026-07-30 11:41 GMT
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Bengaluru: Biocon Limited has announced that its Canadian subsidiary has received Health Canada's Notice of Compliance (NOC) for the Yesintek (ustekinumab) Autoinjector Pen, available in 45 mg/0.5 mL and 90 mg/mL strengths.

The approval marks another milestone in the company’s efforts to expand patient access to affordable biologic therapies in Canada.

The newly approved autoinjector complements Health Canada’s earlier approval granted in October 2025 for Yesintek® prefilled syringes, vials, and intravenous formulation. With the addition of the autoinjector presentation, Biocon aims to provide patients and healthcare professionals with greater flexibility in treatment administration.

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According to the company, the Yesintek® Autoinjector offers a patient-friendly administration option that is not currently available with the originator product in Canada. The device is expected to support more customized treatment approaches across different healthcare settings while addressing varying patient needs.

Yesintek® is indicated for the treatment of several chronic autoimmune disorders, including moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adults and pediatric patients aged 6–17 years, active psoriatic arthritis in adults, and moderately to severely active Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis in adults. These conditions affect thousands of Canadians and often require long-term biologic therapy.

Commenting on the development, the company stated that the approval further strengthens Biocon’s immunology portfolio in Canada and reinforces its commitment to improving global access to high-quality, affordable medicines.

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