#257 Throwing the Book at Orange Book Listings? The FTC’s Views on the Antitrust Implications of Listing Patents in the Orange Book
The interplay between patent law and competition law has been a consistent focus for the antitrust agencies over the years, most notably in the pharmaceutical sector between brand and generic drugs. But will the FTC take a new approach to dealing with branded drug company patents listed in the FDA's "Orange Book"? Mika Ikeda, Competition Counsel at Johnson & Johnson joins Jaclyn Phillips and Jeny Maier to discuss the FTC's historical interest in Orange Book listings and what actions the agency may take in the future. Listen to this episode to learn more about FTC policy related to competition in drug markets, and why the "Orange Book" is orange!
With special guest:
Mika Ikeda, Senior Counsel, Competition Law, Johnson & Johnson
Related Links:
Federal Trade Commission Statement Concerning Brand Drug Manufacturers’
Improper Listing of Patents in the Orange Book (Sept. 14, 2023)
Hosted by:
Jaclyn Phillips, White & Case LLP and Jeny Maier, Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP