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We develop advanced self-injection solutions
We design and manufacture advanced self-injection solutions, including autoinjectors, pen injectors, and systems for large-volume and high-viscosity formulations. Since 1989, we have transformed drug delivery through groundbreaking innovations.
As demand for self-treatment and personalized healthcare grows, we create reliable, cost-efficient, and patient-focused devices. Partnering with leading pharma and biotech companies, we deliver solutions that enhance patients’ independence and quality of life.
With decades of global experience, we provide agile support at every stage – from concept to market-ready products – pioneering the future of self-treatment therapies
Our self-injection solutions
Successful commercial approvals in 75+ Markets*
Our device platforms
SHL Medical’s self-injection device platforms combine standardized, proven designs with the flexibility to customize for specific therapy needs. Supported by our fully integrated in-house manufacturing, this approach accelerates development, reduces risk, and scales efficiently from low to high volumes. With more than 35 years of expertise, our future‑ready technologies address evolving demands, while a strong patent portfolio ensures safe, reliable injection experiences that build patient confidence.
This platform philosophy comes to life in the Molly modular platform, designed to elevate flexibility in design, development, and production. Today, Molly is widely used in cardiometabolic therapies, including obesity, and serves as the delivery device for leading weight‑loss drugs, highlighting its vital role in modern treatment solutions.
Advantages of SHL Medical platforms
Partnering with SHL Medical means comprehensive support for your drug delivery development project from start to finish. Here are the key advantages of utilizing the Molly platform to bring your drug to market.
Smart investment
Faster development times
Reduced risks and cost
Partnering with SHL Medical significantly reduces risks and costs for customers. The platforms we provide are backed by a robust portfolio of patent families and offers extensive customization options. It provides a highly reliable solution that guarantees a safe and easy injection experience for patients, enhancing overall satisfaction and confidence in the product.
Solutions for every therapy area
Our innovative solutions are designed to improve the treatment experience across multiple therapeutic areas. Currently, our products support 12 out of 12 key therapeutic areas according to the IQVIA categorization as of December 2025.
Endocrine and metabolic
Endocrine and metabolic diseases encompass a wide range of disorders that arise from hormonal imbalances or disruptions in the body’s metabolic processes, impacting everything from blood sugar regulation to bone health. SHL Medical has been at the forefront of delivering self-injection solutions for combination products used to treat conditions such as type 2 diabetes and hypercholesterolemia, as well as emerging treatments for weight management.
Musculoskeletal
Musculoskeletal diseases affect the bones, muscles, joints, and connective tissues, often leading to pain, disability, and a reduced quality of life. Treating and managing these diseases requires a comprehensive approach. Today, more than 20 of all the autoinjector combination products that SHL Medical helped develop are indicated for various musculoskeletal conditions, including one of the oldest blockbuster biologics indicated for rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis.
Dermatology
Dermatological diseases refer to a broad range of conditions affecting the skin, hair, and nails. These conditions vary widely in cause, severity, and symptoms, and can include infections, inflammatory disorders, autoimmune diseases, and skin cancers. Symptoms often involve changes in skin appearance, such as redness, rashes, scaling, itching, or abnormal pigmentation. In 2020, a Molly autoinjector was approved for the treatment of atopic disorders, setting a record as the world’s first 2.0 mL autoinjector combination product.
Cardiovascular
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are among the leading causes of mortality globally. CVDs are a group of disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels, and these conditions are often caused by risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, diabetes, obesity, and a sedentary lifestyle. Major types of CVDs include coronary artery disease, heart attack, heart failure, arrhythmias, and stroke. Since 2015, SHL Medical has supported the launch of six combination products indicated for cardiometabolic diseases, and in doing so, has supported the treatment journey of at least 1.6 million patients in this therapeutic area.
CNS
The central nervous system (CNS) is essential for life, serving as the main control center for processing and transmitting information throughout the body. CNS diseases encompass disorders that affect the brain and spinal cord, which are responsible for controlling body functions, movement, and cognition. Over the decades, SHL Medical has supported pharmaceutical companies in launching combination products for neurological conditions such as migraine, as well as for neurodegenerative disorders like multiple sclerosis.
Gastroenterology
Gastroenterological diseases are conditions that affect the gastrointestinal (GI) system, which includes the stomach, intestines, esophagus, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. These diseases range from common disorders, such as acid reflux and gastritis, to more serious conditions like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), liver disease, and colorectal cancer. Painful and often debilitating for sufferers, these conditions require biological treatments for effective management. SHL Medical has supported the launch of several combination products in this area, indicated for conditions such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
Respiratory
Respiratory diseases are conditions that affect the lungs and airways, disrupting breathing and oxygen exchange. They include asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, bronchitis, and lung cancer. Causes of respiratory diseases range from infections and environmental pollutants to smoking, genetic predisposition, and autoimmune reactions. Notably, the only biologic medicine globally approved for children with oral corticosteroid-dependent asthma utilizes SHL Medical's Molly autoinjector platform.
Genitourinary
Genitourinary diseases are conditions that affect the organs of the reproductive and urinary systems, including the kidneys, bladder, urethra, and reproductive organs. Common examples include urinary tract infections (UTIs), kidney stones, prostate disorders, incontinence, and cystitis. A combination product, first approved two decades ago for the treatment of anemia in patients with chronic kidney failure, leverages the DAI autoinjector developed by SHL Medical.
Oncology
According to the American Cancer Society, one in three people in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer during their lifetime. Oncology diseases, commonly referred to as cancers, encompass a broad range of conditions characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body. These diseases can affect nearly any organ or tissue, leading to various types of cancer, including breast, lung, prostate, colorectal, and skin cancer. In this area, SHL Medical has supported the launch of a combination product indicated for chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
Ophthalmology
Ophthalmological diseases refer to a range of conditions that affect the eyes and visual system, leading to impaired vision or discomfort. Common examples include cataracts, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, and conjunctivitis. In 2024, SHL Medical’s microdosing technology helped enable EYLEA® (aflibercept), delivered using the Picleo® paediatric dosing device, for the treatment of retinopathy of prematurity.
Infectious diseases
Infectious diseases are illnesses caused by pathogens, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites, which invade the body and disrupt normal functions. These diseases can spread from person to person, through contaminated surfaces, or via vectors like insects. Effective prevention and treatment of infectious diseases often involve sanitation, vaccines, and antibiotic medications. To date, at least six combination products supported by SHL Medical's device technologies have been approved for treating various infectious diseases.
Note: The 12th IQVIA-recognized therapy area, called "Others", which is also covered by SHL Medical, is not described below.
Fully in-house manufacturing
Whether serving Fortune 500 pharma companies or smaller biotech start-ups, we are proud to guide our customers through their device development journey, ensuring they receive the support they need at every step. With a vertically integrated infrastructure, we provide customers with peace of mind by maintaining full control over the device development process. Here at SHL Medical, vertical integration is a source of confidence.
Our latest portfolio additions
We regularly introduce new products to meet evolving market needs. Explore some of the latest additions to our portfolio.
Quanta
An automatic, multi-fixed-dose pen built for once-weekly cardiometabolic therapies. Its no-priming design and spring-driven injection support smooth operation at each activation.
Reunite
Reunite is an innovative, three-step, dual-chamber cartridge autoinjector, built with our market-proven Needle isolation Technology (NIT), designed to support automated reconstitution and delivery of lyophilized formulations.
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