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• The authorization is based on P-II BLAZE-1 study assessing the efficacy and safety of bamlanivimab (700/2800/7000 mg) alone or in combination with a second Ab vs PBO for the treatment of symptomatic COVID-19 in the outpatient setting
• Results: reduction in viral load & rates of symptoms & hospitalization- frequency & types of AEs are similar
• Health Canada authorized the therapy for the use of bamlanivimab (LY-CoV555) as a treatment for adults & pediatric patients aged≥12yrs. with mild to mod. COVID-19 who weigh at least 40 kg & are at high risk of progressing to severe COVID-19 illness or hospitalization

 ­ Ref: PRNewswire | Image: Microbioz India