alkermes

[ al-kur-meez ]

noun

1. a Mediterranean liqueur made from brandy flavored with nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, and other spices, and colored red with kermes or cochineal.

Word History and Origins

Origin of alkermes¹

1595–1605; < Spanish < Arabic al the + qirmiz kermes

Example Sentences

This is in part because it is not a controlled substance, unlike the other two medications, and in part because the drug’s maker, Alkermes, has heavily promoted it to those markets by claiming it is as safe as the other medications and easier to administer since it doesn’t have to be taken daily.

From Scientific American

Alkermes engaged in intense political lobbying, emphasizing the dangers of the other drugs to Congress.

From Scientific American

Alkermes had previously refreshed the board with new directors several times in recent years and has had success in developing and bringing new drugs to market.

From Reuters

Sarissa, which owns 8.5% of Alkermes, has long criticized the company's stock price and how the biotechnology company is run, and nominated three candidates, including its co-founder, Alex Denner, as director candidates to the 11-member board.

From Reuters

In 2021, Sarissa and Alkermes reached an agreement to add a new director.

From Reuters