IBSA UK&I Assumes Direct Commercial Responsibility For Ialuril® In UK And Ireland

(MENAFN- EIN Presswire) EINPresswire/ -- Watford, UK – IBSA UK&I, the UK subsidiary of Swiss pharmaceutical company IBSA, today announces that it will assume direct responsibility for the commercialisation and distribution of ialuril^® in the United Kingdom and Ireland from 9 April 2026.

Ensuring continuity of supply and a smooth transition for customers is IBSA UK&I's immediate priority. Oxford Pharmacy Store (OPS) has been appointed as IBSA UK&I's primary NHS distribution partner and will handle orders and supply to NHS customers, supported directly by IBSA UK&I. Ialuril^® will also continue to be available via AAH Pharmaceuticals and Alliance as an alternative distribution channel.

ialuril^® was developed by IBSA and continues to be manufactured by the company. The company is internationally recognised as a leader in hyaluronic acid production and has a long-standing commitment to innovation in urology and uro-gynaecology. As part of IBSA's ongoing investment in this therapy area, the commercial and distribution responsibilities for ialuril^® will now be managed directly by IBSA UK&I, strengthening the company's long-term stewardship of the brand.

The transition follows IBSA establishing its UK affiliate in 2022, allowing direct management of commercial activities. Bringing ialuril^® under direct management aligns it with IBSA's expanding UK & Ireland uro-gynaecology portfolio, including Hyaluxelle^® and Perovial^®.

Ialuril^® (sodium hyaluronate, sodium chondroitin sulphate and calcium chloride) 50ml pre-filled syringe with Luer-Lock Adapter and ialuadapter^® has no change to the product formulation, presentation or its clinical use1. ialuril^® continues to be used as a therapy to re-establish the glycosaminoglycan layers (GAGs) of the urothelial vesical tissue in cases where their loss can cause frequent and recurring problems such as, cystitis of varying etiology.

Over the past decade, Aspire Pharma has represented IBSA across the UK and Ireland, supporting the availability of ialuril^® to healthcare providers. IBSA extends its thanks to Aspire Pharma for their collaboration and contribution during this longstanding partnership.

Steven Knapp, General Manager of IBSA UK&I, said:
“We are pleased to take on direct responsibility for ialuril^® in the UK and Ireland. This transition reflects IBSA's growing commitment to the urology and uro-gynaecology therapy area and allows us to work more closely with healthcare professionals and NHS partners. Our focus is on ensuring continuity of supply and strengthening the support we provide to clinicians so that patients can continue to access effective treatment.”

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Notes to editors
About ialuril^®
ialuril^® is a Class III medical device for intravesical instillation designed to support restoration of the bladder glycosaminoglycan (GAG) layer. It contains a combination of sodium hyaluronate, chondroitin sulphate and calcium chloride and is used in the management of conditions associated with disruption of the bladder GAG layer, including recurrent urinary tract infections, interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome and chemical/radiation-induced cystitis2-19.

For further information:
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About IBSA
IBSA (Institut Biochimique SA) is a Swiss pharmaceutical multinational with 20 subsidiaries across Europe, China, and the United States. Its products are available in over 90 countries, and its R&D activities focus on 10 therapeutic areas. In 2025, IBSA celebrated the 40th anniversary of its acquisition by current President and CEO, Arturo Licenziati, who has transformed the company into a multinational corporation employing over 2,500 personnel worldwide. IBSA's growth and development can be attributed to its ability to innovate by refining well-known molecules, as well as to its commitment to looking to the future responsibly and transparently, thanks to the dedication and dynamism of its people.

Job bag code: UKIRL00119
Date of Preparation: March 2026

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