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Key Biosimilars Events of June 2026 

Shots:  June 2026 saw strong biosimilar momentum with key approvals and regulatory milestones, including Ranluspec (US FDA), Tofidence sBLA (US FDA), Liyoubao (NMPA), Zandoriah (EC),  and multiple ANVISA approvals, alongside submissions for CT-P55 (Health Canada) and ADL-018 (Health Canada), expanding treatment options across immunology,  ophthalmology,  oncology, osteoporosis, and reproductive medicine.  Strategic collaborations between Chime Biologics–Daewoong, Polpharma Biologics–PSI CRO, Xbrane–JOINN, Samsung Bioepis–Organon, and Orion Pharma–Shilpa Biologicals advanced global biosimilar development and commercialization.  Commercial and clinical progress accelerated with the EU launch of Ahzantive, Canadian launches of Bildyos and Tuzemty, FDA acceptance of multiple BLA submissions, first patient dosing of HLX17, and positive late-stage data for SB27 and SPD8, highlighting continued global biosimilar market expansion.  Celltrion Seeks…

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Celltrion Seeks Canadian Approval for CT-P55 (Biosimilar, Cosentyx)  

Shots:  Celltrion has applied to Health Canada for marketing authorization for CT-P55, a biosimilar of Cosentyx (secukinumab), for all indications held by the reference product, including plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and juvenile idiopathic arthritis  The application was based on a clinical study in 172 healthy subjects, in which CT-P55 demonstrated pharmacokinetic equivalence to the reference product and comparable…

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Key Biosimilars Events of March 2026 

Shots:  Regulatory momentum remained strong, with key biosimilar launches and approvals including Celltrion’s Remsima IV (EU) and Avtozma SC (US), Teva’s FDA-approved Ponlimsi, Japan’s approval of tocilizumab BS MA by Mochida Pharmaceutical and AYUMI Pharmaceutical, and IND clearance for HLX18 by National Medical Products Administration.  Strategic partnerships expanded access, led by Samsung Bioepis–Sandoz collaboration, Formycon’s aflibercept settlement deal with Regeneron Pharmaceuticals and Bayer, and Bio-Thera…

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Celltrion Introduces Remsima IV Liquid Formulation (Biosimilar, Remicade) in the EU 

Shots:  Following the EU approval of Remsima IV in Nov’25, Celltrion launched Remsima IV, a biosimilar version of Remicade (Infliximab), across Europe  Celltrion has filed and secured patents for the Remsima liquid formulation across most EU countries, including key markets such as the UK, Germany, and France  The Remsima liquid formulation adds to existing IV (100 mg lyophilized) and SC options, aligning with clinical demand in Europe…

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Key Biosimilars Events of February 2026 

Shots:  Regulatory momentum accelerated globally with multiple biosimilars securing key approvals and positive opinions, including Sandoz’s Enzeevu (Eylea biosimilar) in the US and Canada, Accord BioPharma’s Filkri (Neupogen biosimilar) US FDA approval, EC approvals for Gotenfia (Simponi biosimilar) and Ranluspec (Lucentis biosimilar), and CHMP positive opinions for tocilizumab and insulin biosimilars.  Strategic partnerships expanded regional access as companies including Alvotech, Bio-Thera Solutions, Formycon,…

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Celltrion Plans to File for Approval of Herzuma SC (Biosimilar, Herceptin) in Europe and Korea  

Shots:  Celltrion has completed the trial for Herzuma SC (CT-P6 SC), a biosimilar version of Herceptin (trastuzumab), and plans to file for marketing approval in the EU and Korea within three months  The trial, which demonstrated PK equivalence to the reference SC formulation, along with comparable safety and immunogenicity, also met its 1EP. Herzuma SC is also expected to enhance patient convenience by reducing administration…

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Key Biosimilars Events of December 2025  

Shots:        Regulatory and launch momentum accelerated globally in late 2025, with multiple FDA approvals, CHMP positive opinions, and EU/US launches for biosimilars referencing blockbuster biologics such as Prolia/Xgeva, Lucentis, Eylea, Xolair, Stelara, Simponi, Neulasta, Humira, Opdivo, and Keytruda—broadening patient access across oncology, immunology, ophthalmology, bone health, and allergy indications  Leading biosimilar developers including Samsung Bioepis, Celltrion, Alvotech, Formycon,…

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Celltrion’s Steqeyma (Biosimilar, Stelara) Receives the CHMP Positive Opinion for Multiple Immune-Mediated Diseases

Shots: The CHMP has recommended Celltrion's Steqeyma autoinjector (45mg/0.5mL & 90mg/1mL), a biosimilar version of Stelara (ustekinumab), for the treatment of pts with plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis (PsA) & Crohn’s disease (CD) SteQeyma (CT-P43) is a human anti-IL-12 & IL-23 monoclonal antibody that is also available in SC formulation (45mg/0.5 mL or 90mg/1 mL in…

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The US FDA Approves Additional Presentation of Celltrion’s Omlyclo (Biosimilar, Xolair)

Shots: The US FDA has approved Omlyclo, an interchangeable biosimilar version of Xolair (omalizumab), in PFS presentation (300mg/2ml, SC) for the treatment of pts with allergic asthma, chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU), chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP), & IgE-mediated food allergy Omlyclo previously received the US FDA approval in Mar 2025 for PFS injections at…

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