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Biocon Biologics’ Kirsty (Biosimilar, NovoLog) Secures the US FDA’s Approval

Shots: The US FDA has approved Kirsty (100 units/mL), an interchangeable biosimilar of NovoLog (Insulin Aspart) to improve glycemic control in adults & pediatric pts with diabetes mellitus Approval was based on comprehensive analytical, non-clinical, & clinical data, which showed similar efficacy, safety, purity & potency of Kirsty vs NovoLog Kirsty is a rapid-acting human…
July 16, 2025

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KalVista Reports the MHRA Approval of Ekterly (Sebetralstat) for Treating Hereditary Angioedema

Shots: The UK’s MHRA has approved Ekterly (sebetralstat) to treat hereditary angioedema (HAE) pts (≥12yrs.). Awaits approval in various global markets incl. the EU & Japan  Approval was based on P-III (KONFIDENT) study assessing Ekterly (300mg & 600mg) vs PBO in 136 HAE pts (≥12yrs.) across 20 countries, which showed faster symptom relief, reduced attack severity &…
July 16, 2025

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Otsuka Pharmaceutical Acquires CAN10 Immunology Program from Cantargia for ~$613M

Shots: Otsuka Pharmaceutical has entered into an agreement with Cantargia for the acquisition of all assets related to its P-I IL-1RAP antagonist program, CAN10 Otsuka Pharmaceutical will handle global development, regulatory approvals, manufacturing, & commercialization of CAN10. Otsuka has also acquired 3G5 as a backup antibody & holds exclusive negotiation right for next-gen IL-1RAP antibodies…
July 15, 2025

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Caranx Medical’s TAVIPILOT Soft Receives the US FDA Clearance for Real-Time Guidance of Transcatheter Heart Valve Implantation

Shots: The US FDA has granted clearance to TAVIPILOT Soft for real-time intra-operative guidance of transcatheter heart valve implantation TAVIPILOT Soft, set to launch by the end of 2025, is compatible with all cardiac imaging systems & will support all TAVI heart valves available on the market, thereby, allowing seamless integration in clinical settings TAVIPILOT…
July 15, 2025

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Bayer Reports the US FDA’s Approval of Kerendia (Finerenone) to Treat Heart Failure (HF)

Shots: The US FDA has approved Kerendia/Firialta (10, 20, & 40mg) for HF pts having a left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) of ≥40%, i.e. mildly reduced (HFmrEF) or preserved LVEF (HFpEF). Awaits authorization in China, EU & Japan, with global applications planned Approval was based on the P-III (FINEARTS-HF) trial, a part of P-III (MOONRAKER, n=15000) study, where…
July 14, 2025

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GSK Reports the US FDA’s Application Acceptance of Arexvy to Prevent Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Disease

Shots: The US FDA has accepted application of Arexvy RSV vaccine for adults aged 18-49yrs. at increased risk, expanding its use beyond those aged ≥50yrs.; FDA decision is anticipated H1’26. GSK is also seeking expanded RSV vaccine indications in other regions, incl. the EEA & Japan Submission was based on P-IIIb trial (n=1458) assessing immune response & safety…
July 14, 2025

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