In 2010, OSI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (OSI) became a wholly owned subsidiary of Astellas US Holding, Inc. which is part of the Astellas US group of companies (Astellas).
OSI is a biotechnology company primarily focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of molecular targeted therapies addressing medical needs in oncology, diabetes and obesity. OSI manufactures and sells TarcevaŽ (erlotinib), a leading cancer medication, and has several prospective new oncology medications in its R&D pipeline. The acquisition of OSI is expected to augment Astellas' strong existing franchises in urology and transplantation, expanding the product portfolio and pipeline of the combined company.
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