Global pharma major Lupin Limited and nonprofit drug developer TB Alliance have announced a strategic collaboration to advance the clinical development and commercialization of Telacebec (Q203), an investigational drug for tuberculosis, leprosy, and Buruli ulcer. The partnership combines TB Alliance’s research expertise with Lupin’s manufacturing and regulatory capabilities to accelerate access.
In a significant step toward combating infectious diseases, Lupin Limited and TB Alliance have joined forces to advance the investigational drug Telacebec (Q203). The collaboration, announced on January 30, 2026, aims to strengthen clinical development and ensure global commercialization of the drug, which has shown promise in treating tuberculosis (TB), leprosy, and Buruli ulcer.
Under the agreement, TB Alliance will lead the drug’s development, while Lupin will leverage its expertise in manufacturing, regulatory affairs, and supply chain management to ensure accessibility worldwide. Telacebec targets energy production in mycobacteria, offering a novel mechanism of action against drug-resistant strains a major global health challenge.
Key Highlights:
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Partnership: Lupin and TB Alliance collaborate on Telacebec (Q203).
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Focus Diseases: Tuberculosis, leprosy, and Buruli ulcer.
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Roles: TB Alliance leads development; Lupin supports manufacturing, regulatory, and distribution.
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Innovation: Telacebec disrupts mycobacterial energy production, tackling resistant strains.
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Global Impact: Partnership aims to accelerate access to advanced treatments for neglected diseases.
This collaboration underscores the importance of public-private partnerships in addressing global health challenges and highlights India’s growing role in pharmaceutical innovation.
Sources: TB Alliance; InvestyWise; Clinical Trial Reports