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The NMPA has approved Merck KGaA's Pimicotinib (PO) for the treatment of adults with symptomatic TGCT, where surgical resection can lead to functional limitation or relatively severe morbidity
Approval was based on the global 3-part P-III (MANEUVER) trial in TGCT pts who require systemic therapy & have not received prior anti-CSF-1/CSF-1R therapy, in which…
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Alvotech has reported the launch of Gobivaz (AVT05), a biosimilar version of Simponi (golimumab) for the treatment of several chronic inflammatory diseases, with commercialization led by Advanz Pharma
In the UK, Gobivaz’s launch is supported by an NHS England tender award, while rollout across EEA markets will advance in line with country-specific pricing, reimbursement…
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Daiichi Sankyo has dosed the first patient with Enhertu ± radiotherapy in the P-III (DESTINY-Endometrial02) trial, conducted in collaboration with The GOG Foundation & ENGOT, with the GINECO as the lead ENGOT group
The trial will evaluate the efficacy and safety of Enhertu (5.4mg/kg) ± radiotherapy vs SoC CT (carboplatin & paclitaxel) ± radiotherapy…
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Samsung Biologics’ US subsidiary entered a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Human Genome Sciences from GSK, securing its first US based manufacturing site in Rockville, Maryland
As per the deal terms, Samsung Biologics will acquire the Rockville assets for $280M, with closing expected by end of Q1’26, while retaining 500+ employees to ensure…
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Jacobio Pharma entered a global exclusive licensing agreement with AstraZeneca for JAB-23E73, granting AstraZeneca exclusive development & commercialization rights outside China, while both companies will jointly develop & commercialize in China
As per the deal, Jacobio will receive $100M upfront, and is eligible up to $1.91B in development & commercial milestones, and tiered royalties…
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The EC has approved Tremfya (SC) for children (≥6yrs.) with mod. to sev. PsO, who are candidates for systemic therapy
Approval was based on P-III (PROTOSTAR) trial in 120 pediatric pts, which met its co-1EPs of PASI 75 (~76% vs 20%) & IGA 0/1 (66% vs 16%) at 16wks., with ~40% vs 4% achieving IGA…
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The US FDA has approved Jascayd for the treatment of adults with progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF)
Approval was based on the P-III (FIBRONEER-ILD) trial of Jascayd vs PBO, where Jascayd significantly reduced lung function decline at Wk. 52, with FVC decreases of 86mL (18mg) & 69mL (9mg) vs 152mL with PBO, showing clinically meaningful…
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BioMarin has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Amicus, strengthening BioMarin's commercial portfolio with Galafold (migalastat) for Fabry Disease & Pombiliti (cipaglucosidase alfa-atga) + Opfolda (miglustat) for Pompe Disease
As per the deal, BioMarin will acquire Amicus for $14.5/share in an all-cash transaction for a total equity value of ~$4.8B; closing is expected in Q2’26
Amicus also…
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The US FDA has approved Cytokinetics’ Myqorzo (5, 10, 15 & 20mg) for the treatment of adults with symptomatic oHCM, available in second half of Jan 2026 through a restricted program via REMS
Approval was based on P-III (SEQUOIA-HCM) trial of Myqorzo, showing improved exercise capacity vs PBO at 24wks., with increased peak oxygen…
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The U.S. FDA has accepted the NDA for Novo's CagriSema (cagrilintide 2.4mg + semaglutide 2.4mg) to support long-term weight loss & maintenance in adults with obesity or overweight & ≥1 related comorbidity, alongside lifestyle intervention
NDA was supported by the P-III (REDEFINE 1) trial assessing CagriSema (QW) vs semaglutide 2.4mg alone, cagrilintide 2.4mg alone,…

