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GSK’s Shingrix PFS Presentation Receives the CHMP’s Positive Opinion
Shots: The CHMP has recommended Shingrix in a PFS (Recombinant Zoster Vaccine or RZV), simplifying administration by eliminating vial reconstitution for the prevention of shingles (herpes zoster). EU marketing authorization is expected in December 2025 The opinion was based on data showing that the PFS matches the existing vaccine Shingrix combines glycoprotein E antigen with…
Taiho Pharmaceutical Secures Exclusive Licensing Rights for Casdatifan from Arcus Biosciences in Japan and Select Asian Territories
Shots: Taiho Pharmaceutical has exercised its option to develop & commercialize casdatifan, pending approval in Japan & other Asian regions (excl. Greater China) under Taiho & Arcus’ 2017 option & license agreement As per the deal, Arcus will receive an option exercise payment & clinical, regulatory, plus commercial milestone payments, with net sales-based royalties. Although…
Polpharma Biologics Launches Ranivisio PFS (Biosimilar, Lucentis) in the EU
Shots: Polpharma Biologics has launched Ranivisio pre-filled syringe (PFS), a biosimilar version of Lucentis (ranibizumab) in France Bioeq AG, a joint venture of Polpharma & Formycon, develops & licenses Ranivisio PFS, with Teva holding exclusive commercialization rights in France. The drug substance is manufactured by Rezon Bio (Polpharma Biologics) in Poland Ranibizumab is a recombinant humanized…
Samsung Bioepis and Phrontline Sign Global Strategic Partnership to Develop Advanced ADC Therapies for Solid Tumors
Shots:                                                                                                                                                             Samsung Bioepis and Phrontline Biopharma have entered a global agreement to develop, manufacture, and commercialize two ADC assets, including TJ108 Under the deal, Phrontline will receive an upfront payment and potential milestone payments. Phrontline will develop bispecific, dual-payload ADCs using its proprietary platforms. As part of the agreement, Samsung Bioepis received exclusive rights to…
Glaukos Receives FDA Approval for Epioxa
Shots: Glaukos reported the US FDA approval of Epioxa HD/Epioxa, an incision-free, topical drug therapy for keratoconus, offering a non-surgical alternative to traditional corneal cross-linking The approval was based on two P-III pivotal studies (>400 pts) that met its pre-specified 1EPs strong efficacy and safety; Epioxa uses a UV-activated, oxygen-enriched formulation that preserves the corneal…
Boston Scientific to Acquire Nalu Medical for ~$533M
Shots: Boston Scientific has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Nalu Medical, expanding its neuromodulation portfolio for chronic pain with the Nalu Neurostimulation System As per the deal, Boston Scientific will acquire the remaining equity of Nalu Medical for ~$533M in cash, in which it has been a strategic investor since 2017; closing expected…