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The EC has approved Lupin’s Ranluspec, in both vial and PFS forms, a biosimilar version of Lucentis (ranibizumab)
Ranibizumab is a recombinant humanized IgG1 antibody fragment that inhibits VEGF-A and is used to treat wet AMD, macular edema due to retinal vein occlusion, diabetic macular edema, proliferative diabetic retinopathy, and choroidal neovascularization
Sandoz and Lupin Limited partnered in August 2025 to develop and…
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The US FDA has accepted 351 (k) BLA for DRL_AB (IV), a proposed interchangeable biosimilar to Orencia (abatacept)
Upon approval, DRL_AB will be indicated for adults with mod. to sev. active rheumatoid arthritis, adults with active psoriatic arthritis, & pts (≥6yrs.) with mod. to sev. active polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis
BLA was supported by extensive…
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Zydus Lifesciences has launched Anyra (aflibercept 2 mg), a biosimilar version of Eylea. Zydus has inked an agreement with Regeneron and Bayer
Aflibercept is a Vascular endothelial growth factor-A (VEGF-A) and placental growth factor (PlGF), which are members of the VEGF family of angiogenic factors that can act as mitogenic, chemotactic, and vascular permeability…
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FDA has approved Filkri, a biosimilar to Neupogen (filgrastim), for pts receiving myelosuppressive CT, those with AML receiving induction or consolidation CT, cancer pts undergoing bone marrow transplant, pts with sev. chronic neutropenia, & pts exposed to myelosuppressive radiation
Approval was supported by 2 studies in healthy adults, with PK/PD assessed in one, &…
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The US FDA grants approval for commercial manufacturing of a biosimilar at Rezon Bio’s Warsaw-Duchnice facility
The FDA approval of the Warsaw-Duchnice facility follows a comprehensive review process and indicates that the site meets regulatory standards for quality systems, technical capabilities, and operational readiness to supply the US market
This approval follows earlier EMA GMP certification and authorization for commercial…
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The US FDA has approved Enzeevu, a biosimilar version of Eylea (aflibercept), for multiple retinal indications, with an anticipated launch in Q4’26
Aflibercept is a recombinant fusion protein that blocks VEGF-A and PlGF, inhibiting abnormal blood vessel growth
Enzeevu (aflibercept-abzv) is approved for the treatment of patients with neovascular (wet) age-related macular degeneration (AMD), macular edema following retinal vein occlusion (RVO),…
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The US FDA has granted IND clearance to initiate P-I trial of HLX15-SC, a biosimilar version of Darzalex Faspro (daratumumab), for the 1L treatment of multiple myeloma
In Jun 2024, the P-I study of HLX15 (IV; Biosimilar, Darzalex) met its 1EP, demonstrating similar PK & comparable safety & immunogenicity to US, EU, & China-sourced…
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The EC has approved STADA & Bio-Thera’s Gotenfia (BAT2506; 50mg/0.5mL & 100mg/mL PFS), a biosimilar version of Simponi (golimumab), in all 30 EEA states, with launch preparations ongoing
Approval was based on extensive analytical, non-clinical & clinical data demonstrating biosimilarity of BAT2506 to Simponi
In May 2024 deal, STADA obtained exclusive commercial rights to Gotenfia…
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Formycon & Lotus have reported the conclusion of their exclusive license agreement for Formycon’s FYB206, a biosimilar version of Keytruda (Pembrolizumab), in the APAC market
Upon closing, Formycon will receive an upfront payment, plus potential development & regulatory milestone payments, & a share of gross profits after launch, while retaining responsibility for manufacturing &…
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Samsung Bioepis has signed a settlement and license agreement with Regeneron for the commercialization of Opuviz, a biosimilar version of Eylea 2 mg, in the US, following an earlier settlement covering Europe and the Rest of the World (RoW)
Samsung Bioepis will launch Opuviz 2 mg in the US starting January 2027 under this agreement, with other terms remaining confidential
In May 2024, The US…

