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The CVMP has recommended Nobivac L6 & Nobivac LoVo L6 for the active immunization of dogs against leptospirosis; EC’s decision expected by Q3’25
The vaccine protects against 6 Leptospira serovars: Canicola, Copenhageni, Bratislava, Bananal/Lianguang, Icterohaemorrhagiae, & Grippotyphosa, preventing mortality, renal carriage, renal lesions, & urinary excretion while reducing infection & clinical signs
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The P-II trial assessed barzolvolimab (Q4W: 75 or 150mg; Q8W: 300mg) vs PBO for 16wks. in 208 CSU pts unresponsive to antihistamines, followed by 36wks. of active treatment, where 75mg & PBO pts were re-randomized to 150 or 300mg; pts were then followed for 24wks. Enrolment to P-III (EMBARQ-CSU1 & EMBARQ-CSU2) trials is ongoing …
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BioNTech has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire CureVac in an all-stock transaction, strengthening its mRNA tech & capabilities
As per the deal, each CureVac share will be exchanged for ~$5.46 in BioNTech ADSs, implying a total equity value of ~$1.25B, with a collar-adjusted exchange ratio (0.04318 if BioNTech’s 10-day VWAP >$126.55; 0.06476…
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The CVMP has recommended Zenrelia (ilunocitinib) for the treatment of pruritus linked to allergic dermatitis & clinical symptoms of atopic dermatitis in dogs
Opinion was based on clinical data demonstrating quality, safety, efficacy, & a favorable benefit-risk profile incl. a non-inferiority study conducted as a part of the EU approval process
Elanco plans to…
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The US FDA has approved Zusduri (mitomycin) for the treatment of adults with recurrent low-grade intermediate-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (LG-IR-NMIBC); expected to be available in the US by Jul 1, 2025
Approval was based on P-III (ENVISION) trial assessing Zusduri (QW, intravesical) in ~240 LG-IR-NMIBC pts across 56 sites, which showed 78% pts…
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The US FDA has approved mRESVIA (mRNA-1345) to prevent lower respiratory tract disease caused by RSV in individuals (18-59yrs.) at risk; expected to be available in US for the 2025–2026 respiratory virus season
Approval was based on P-III trial assessing safety & immunogenicity of mRESVIA in adults (18-59yrs.) at increased risk for RSV-associated lower…
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Novartis has reported P-IIIb (APPULSE-PNH) trial data assessing Fabhalta (iptacopan; 200mg, BID, PO) for 24wks. in 52 PNH adults with Hb levels ≥10g/dL who switched from anti-C5 therapies (eculizumab or ravulizumab)
Trial showed a 2.01 g/dL mean Hb increase, with 92.7% pts achieving ≥12g/dL & no transfusions over 24wks. It also depicted improved fatigue…
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The US FDA has granted 510(k) clearance to the next generation NEUROMARK system for pts with chronic rhinitis
The new system optimizes posterior nasal nerve treatment by providing real-time feedback for accurate electrode placement & confirming treatment delivery, with a flexible shaft & atraumatic leaflets that conform to pts anatomy for maximizing treatment coverage…
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The P-IIIb (APEX) trial assessed Tremfya (Q4W or Q8W) vs PBO for 24wks. in biologic-naïve PsA pts with inadequate response to SoCs, followed by a 24wk. active treatment period then a 12wk. safety follow-up; pts could enter a 2yr. extension phase prior to the final safety follow-up
Trial showed reduced joint damage progression per…
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The US FDA has approved label expansion of Mavyret (glecaprevir/pibrentasvir) to treat pts (≥3yrs.) with acute or chronic HCV infection, without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis
Label expansion was supported by P-III (M20-350) trial assessing Mavyret (QD, PO) in 286 treatment-naïve adults with acute HCV infection for 8wks. & then followed for 12wks.
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