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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

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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Daiichi Sankyo

Daiichi Sankyo Reports the EMA’s MAA Acceptance of Enhertu to Treat Solid Tumors

Shots: The EMA has validated the Type II Variation MAA for Enhertu (trastuzumab deruxtecan) to treat previously treated adults with HER2+ (IHC 3+) unresectable or metastatic solid tumors, who have unsatisfactory alternative treatment options MAA was supported by 3 P-II (DESTINY-PanTumor02, DESTINY-CRC02 & DESTINY-Lung01) trials, where DESTINY-PanTumor02 (n=267, incl. 111 HER2+ pts) assessed Enhertu (5.4mg/kg)…

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AstraZeneca Reports P-III (FLAURA2) Trial Findings on Tagrisso Regimen to Treat EGFRm NSCLC

Shots: AstraZeneca has reported P-III (FLAURA2) trial findings on Tagrisso + Pt-based CT as a 1L treatment of pts with locally advanced (Stage IIIB-IIIC) or metastatic (Stage IV) EGFRm NSCLC The P-III (FLAURA2) trial assessed Tagrisso (80mg, QD, PO) + pemetrexed + cisplatin/carboplatin (Q3W for 4 cycles) followed by Tagrisso + pemetrexed maintenance (Q3W) vs…

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Top 20 Oncology Companies of 2025 

Shots:  ADCs, cell therapies, and radioligand therapies are reshaping oncology, while biopharma companies focus on smarter trials, patient-first approaches, and faster access to bridge unmet needs in cancer care  In 2024, the global oncology market was valued at $225.01B and is projected to reach $668.26B by 2034, reflecting a strong CAGR of 11.5% from 2025…

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Daiichi Sankyo

Daiichi Sankyo Reports the MHLW’s Approval of Enhertu for HER2 Low/Ultralow Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC)

Shots: Japan’s MHLW has approved Enhertu monotx. for inoperable HR+, HER2-low/ultralow MBC whose disease progressed on & are ineligible for endocrine therapy Approval was based on the P-III (DESTINY-Breast06) trial (N=866) assessing Enhertu (5.4mg/kg) vs CT in HER2-low (n=713) & ultralow (n=152) pts Trial showed 38% PFS in CT-naïve HER2-low pts & mPFS of 13.2…

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Top 20 R&D Spending Biopharma Companies of 2025  

Shots:  Research and Development (R&D) serves as the driving force behind groundbreaking therapeutic innovations, laying the foundation for advancements that transform patient health and overall well-being  The global Top 20 pharmaceutical leaders spent ~$180B in 2024, with Merck & Co. contributing the most with a whopping $17.93B, followed by Johnson & Johnson ($17.23B) and Roche…

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