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Algen Biotechnologies Collaborates with AstraZeneca to Advance Drug Discovery in Immunology

Shots: Algen has entered into a multi-target collaboration with AstraZeneca to accelerate novel immunology target discovery, leveraging the AlgenBrain platform As per the deal, AstraZeneca will receive exclusive rights to develop and commercialize therapies for selected targets identified through the partnership in exchange for ~555M incl. upfront, development, regulatory & commercial milestone payments  AlgenBrain models disease…

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AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo Report P-III (TROPION-Breast02) Trial Results of Datroway for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

Shots: The global P-III (TROPION-Breast02) trial assessed Datroway vs CT in 644 pts with previously untreated locally recurrent inoperable or metastatic TNBC, regardless of PD-L1 expression, for whom immunotherapy was not an option Trial showed Datroway significantly improved OS & PFS vs CT in TNBC pts; data to be presented in a future meeting &…

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Daiichi Sankyo and AstraZeneca Report the Topline P-III (DESTINY-Breast05) Trial Data of Enhertu for High-Risk Early Breast Cancer

Shots: The global P-III (DESTINY-Breast05) trial data assessed Enhertu (trastuzumab DXd; 5.4mg/kg) vs trastuzumab emtansine in 1,635 HER2+ primary breast cancer pts with residual invasive disease in breast or axillary lymph nodes after neoadj. therapy & a high risk of recurrence Trial showed improved invasive disease-free survival (1EP), while OS (2EP) was immature during interim…

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Daiichi Sankyo and AstraZeneca Receive the US FDA’s Priority Review for Enhertu + Perjeta to Treat HER2+ Breast Cancer

Shots: The US FDA has accepted sBLA & granted priority review to Enhertu + Perjeta for the 1L treatment of adults with unresectable or metastatic HER2+ breast cancer, which will be reviewed under RTOR pathway (PDUFA: Jan 23, 2026) sBLA was supported by P-III (DESTINY-Breast09) trial data on Enhertu (5.4mg/kg) ± Perjeta vs taxane, trastuzumab & Perjeta…

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AstraZeneca and Amgen Report the CHMP’s Positive Opinion of Tezspire (Tezepelumab) for CRSwNP

Shots: The CHMP has recommended Tezspire for the treatment of Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP); regulatory review is ongoing in the US, China, Japan & other countries Opinion was based on the P-III (WAYPOINT) study assessing Tezspire (SC) vs PBO to treat adults with severe CRSwNP for 52wks., followed by a post-treatment follow-up duration…

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New Drug Designations – August 2025     

Shots:      PharmaShots’ Designation Report provides a concise overview of the latest drug designations granted by major regulatory authorities, including the FDA, EMA, MHLW, Health Canada, and NMPA    The August 2025 report covers designations granted to 37 drugs and 4 medical devices, spanning 14 small molecules, 5 biologics, 7 cell and gene therapies & 4 medical devices, among others    Significant…

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Top 20 Monoclonal Antibodies of 2025 

Shots:  Redefining treatment paradigms, monoclonal antibody therapies utilize advanced mechanisms of action to provide care across multiple therapeutic areas  As of 2024, the global monoclonal antibody therapy market was valued at $252.6B and is projected to reach $497.5B by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 14.5%. Keytruda leads the market with $29.48B in revenue, followed…

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AstraZeneca Reports Interim P-III (TULIP-SC) Trial Data of Saphnelo for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

Shots: AstraZeneca has reported interim P-III (TULIP-SC) trial data assessing Saphnelo (anifrolumab; 120mg, SC, QW, accessorisedPFS) vs PBO in 367 pts (18-70yrs.) with mod. to sev. active, autoantibody-positive SLE while receiving SoC Interim analysis conducted after the first 220 pts reached Wk. 52, showed Saphnelo reduced disease activity (1EP), measured by BICLA at Wk. 52; data to be…

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