PRESS RELEASE
Response to unsolicited enquiries
London, 1 March 2013 - Following the receipt of unsolicited enquiries, Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC ("Hikma") confirms that it is undertaking a review of strategic options for its Injectables business.
Said Darwazah, CEO of Hikma said "We have received a number of unsolicited expressions of interest in our Injectables business and will consider the best option for shareholders."
A further announcement will be made if appropriate.
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About Hikma
Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC is a fast growing multinational pharmaceutical group focused on developing, manufacturing and marketing a broad range of both branded and non-branded generic and in-licensed products. Hikma's operations are conducted through three businesses: "Branded", "Injectables" and "Generics" based principally in the Middle East and North Africa ("MENA") region, where it is a market leader, the United States and Europe. In 2011, Hikma achieved revenues of $918.0 million and profit attributable to shareholders of $80.1 million.
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