JERSEY CITY, N.J.-- Organon (NYSE: OGN), a global healthcare company with a focus on women’s health, announced an agreement with Eli Lilly and Company (Lilly) to become the sole distributor and promoter for the migraine medicines Emgality (galcanezumab) and RAYVOW (Lasmiditan) in Europe.[1]

Emgality, a humanized monoclonal antibody calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) antagonist, is indicated for the prophylaxis of migraine in adults who have at least four migraine days per month. RAYVOW is a first-in-class serotonin 5-HT1F receptor agonist approved for the acute treatment of the headache phase of migraine attacks, with or without aura in adults.

“This commercialization agreement aligns seamlessly with Organon’s suite of central nervous system treatments in our Established Brands portfolio and, most importantly, it further bolsters our offerings to women, who are disproportionately impacted by migraine,” said Kevin Ali, Organon CEO. “Our strong commercial expertise and proven track record in this therapeutic area will help enable us to bring these important treatments to more patients across Europe who need them.”

[1]‘RAYVOW™’ is marketed and distributed in the United States as REYVOW

Migraine is the third most common disease worldwide[i] causing recurrent moderate-to-severe headaches, often accompanied by other debilitating symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound[ii] that can negatively interrupt an individual’s daily living including family life, career, education, relationships, and earnings[iii]. The disease is three times more common in women than in men and is one of the leading causes of disability in women.[iv]

“Lilly is committed to helping people living with migraine, a debilitating neurological disease,” said Ilya Yuffa, executive vice president of Eli Lilly and Company and president of Lilly International. “We are confident this collaboration with Organon will help even more people throughout Europe gain access to our innovative migraine treatments.”

Under the terms of the agreement, Organon will become the sole distributor and promoter of Emgality and RAYVOW in Europe. Lilly will remain the marketing authorization holder and will manufacture the products for sale.

Total consideration to be paid to Lilly includes an upfront payment of $50 million and sales-based milestone payments. The transaction is expected to close in Q1 2024 upon completion of review with relevant country-specific authorities.