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Key Biosimilars Events of January 2026   

Shots:  Global biosimilar activity accelerated across ophthalmology, oncology, immunology, and diabetes, with new or advancing alternatives to Lucentis, Eylea, Stelara, Lantus, Avastin, Opdivo, and Neulasta, expanding patient access across Europe, the US, India, Canada, Ghana, and MENA  Regulatory and commercialization momentum remained strong, marked by FDA, EC, Health Canada, and Ghana FDA milestones, alongside Samsung Bioepis’…

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Boehringer Ingelheim and Simcere Pharmaceutical ~$1.26B Deal to Develop SIM0709

Shots: Boehringer Ingelheim and Simcere have entered a license and collaboration agreement to develop SIM0709, a preclinical TL1A/IL-23p19 bispecific antibody, for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) As per the deal, Boehringer Ingelheim gains global rights to the asset excluding Greater China, while Simcere is eligible for an upfront payment, milestones up to €1.058B…

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2025 Drug Approvals Outlook: A Year of Precision Across Therapeutic Frontiers 

Shots: Precision, convenience, and disease modification define 2025 drug approvals as regulators reward biologically clear, patient-specific therapies that fragment legacy markets, elevate rare diseases, and prioritize meaningful outcomes over broad labels. Innovation is shifting from complexity to usability with oral, subcutaneous, topical, and on-demand therapies improving access and adherence across neurology, cardiology, endocrinology, ophthalmology, and…

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Mabwell’s Adalimumab Injection (Biosimilar, Humira) Granted Marketing Approval in Indonesia

Shots: Mabwell’s Adalimumab Injection 9MW0113 (marketed as JUNMAIKANG in China), a Humira biosimilar, has received marketing authorization from Indonesia’s BPOM Adalimumab Injection 9MW0113, co-developed by Mabwell and Junshi Biosciences. Mabwell has submitted registration applications in multiple countries, including Jordan and Peru, and has agreements in over ten markets Adalimumab is a TNF blocker, binds TNF‑alpha…

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Elanco

Elanco Animal Health Reports the USDA Approval of Befrena (Tirnovetmab) for Canine Allergic and Atopic Dermatitis

Shots: The USDA has granted Befrena (Tirnovetmab) for Canine Allergic and Atopic Dermatitis, expected to launch in H1’26 Befrena (mAb) is an anti-IL31 injection for dogs, treats allergic and atopic dermatitis every 6–8 wks. In September, the FDA approved changes to Zenrelia (ilunocitinib tablets) US label, eliminating the fatal vaccine-induced disease risk, Elanco announced Ref:…

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Samsung Biologics Expands U.S. Manufacturing Footprint with Acquisition of Human Genome Sciences from GSK

Shots: Samsung Biologics’ US subsidiary entered a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Human Genome Sciences from GSK, securing its first US based manufacturing site in Rockville, Maryland As per the deal terms, Samsung Biologics will acquire the Rockville assets for $280M, with closing expected by end of Q1’26, while retaining 500+ employees to ensure…

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LIB Therapeutics Receives the FDA Approval for Lerochol (Lerodalcibep-liga) for Adults with Elevated LDL Cholesterol 

Shots:  The US FDA has approved Lerochol as an LDL-C lowering therapy for adults with hypercholesterolemia, including HeFH; US launch as a PFS is expected in spring 2026, with an autoinjector later in 2026, while EMA approval is anticipated in Jun 2026 alongside additional global regulatory filings   Approval was supported by the global P-III (LIBerate) trial, enrolling over 2,900 CVD patients and without…

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Polpharma Biologics and Libbs Farmacêutica Enter into a Licensing Agreement for an Autoimmune Biosimilar 

 Shots:  Polpharma Biologics has signed a licensing agreement with Brazil-based Libbs Farmacêutica for an autoimmune biosimilar  Under this strategic partnership, Polpharma Biologics is fully responsible for the development and manufacturing of the product  Libbs will exclusively handle the product’s commercialization, marketing, and distribution in the Brazilian market  Ref: Polpharma Biologics | Image: Polpharma Biologics | Press Release Related News:- Polpharma Biologics Launches…

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Junshi Biosciences Reports NMPA Acceptance of the NDA for Roconkibart (IL-17A) to Treat Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis

Shots: Junshi Biosciences reported that the NMPA has accepted the NDA for roconkibart injection (JS005), for adults with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis eligible for systemic therapy or phototherapy The submission is backed by a multicenter P-III study (n=747) showing significant improvements in PASI 75/90/100 and sPGA 0/1 vs PBO at 12wks., with sustained efficacy…

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