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The CHMP has recommended Aqneursa (levacetylleucine) for treating adults & pediatric pts with NPC; additional global submissions are planned for 2025 & beyond
Approval was backed by P-III (IB1001-301) study assessing Aqneursa vs PBO in pts (≥4yrs.; n=60) with NPC, which showed improved neurological symptoms & function across all 1 & 2EPs within 12wks.,…
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The US FDA has approved Empaveli (pegcetacoplan) for C3 glomerulopathy (C3G) & primary immune complex membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (IC-MPGN) pts (≥12yrs.)
Approval was based on P-III (VALIANT) trial assessing Empaveli (Q2W) vs PBO in C3G & primary IC-MPGN pts (≥12yrs., n=124) for 26wks. followed by 26wk. open-label period, where all pts received Empaveli
Trial met…
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PharmaShots’ Designation Report offers a concise overview of the latest drug and device designations granted by major regulatory authorities, including the FDA, EMA, MHLW, Health Canada, and NMPA
The June 2025 edition covers designations awarded to 43 drugs and 3 medical devices, comprising 17 small molecules, 7 biologics, 8 cell and gene therapies, and…
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The CHMP has recommended Romvimza (vimseltinib) to treat symptomatic TGCT with physical function deterioration in adults for which surgery may lead to functional impairment or severe morbidity; EC’s decision is expected in Q3'25
Opinion was based on P-I/II trial as well as P-III (MOTION) trial, which evaluated Romvimza vs PBO in surgery-ineligible pts without…
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The CHMP has recommended approval of HLX14, a biosimilar version of Amgen’s Prolia/Xgeva (denosumab) for all indications of the reference product; review is ongoing in the US, Canada & other regions
Opinion was based on multiple H2H trials, incl. analytical & clinical studies, which showed similar quality, efficacy & safety of HLX14 vs…
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BMS & Bain Capital have launched a new independent biopharma company focused on autoimmune diseases, which will be backed by $300M funding commitment led by Bain & 5 immunology assets in-licensed from BMS
As per the deal, BMS will retain ~20% equity stake in the new company & is entitled to receive royalties & milestone payments for…
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BI & Re-Vana Therapeutics have entered into a strategic collaboration & license agreement to develop extended-release therapies for eye diseases
As per the deal, BI will obtain target exclusivity, while Re-Vana will receive over $1B in total potential deal value for the initial 3 targets, incl. upfront, development, regulatory, & commercial milestones, plus royalties…
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The US FDA has approved Sephience (sepiapterin) for the treatment of phenylketonuria (PKU) in pts of all ages, with broad labeling for hyperphenylalaninemia in adults & pediatric pts (≥1mos.) with sepiapterin-responsive PKU; review is ongoing in Japan & Brazil
Approval was based on APHENITY study results & long-term extension data showing durable effects and…
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The CHMP has recommended Tryngolza (olezarsen) as an adjunct to diet in adult patients for the treatment of genetically confirmed familial chylomicronemia syndrome; EC’s decision is expected in Q4’25
Opinion was based on P-III (Balance) trial assessing (Q4W) vs PBO, which showed reduced triglyceride levels at 6mos., sustained through 12mos., with decrease in acute…
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The US FDA has approved Doptelet to treat thrombocytopenia in pts (≥1yrs.) with persistent or chronic ITP who have not responded to prior treatments. Approval also incl. a new formulation, Doptelet Sprinkle (avatrombopag) oral granules, for children (1-6yrs.)
Approval was based on P-III (AVA-PED-301) study assessing Doptelet in pediatric ITP pts, which showed that…

