LEO Pharma’s Enstilar Receives the NMPA Approval for Plaque Psoriasis

Shots: The NMPA has approved Enstilar (calcipotriene/betamethasone dipropionate) for the treatment of adult patients with plaque psoriasis in China. Following NMPA approval, Enstilar is planned to launch in China later this year NMPA approval was backed by a P-III trial (n=604) in Chinese adults with plaque psoriasis, where QD Enstilar showed superior efficacy and met…

ByDipanshu DixitApril 17, 2026

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Haisco Partners with AbbVie to Develop Novel Medicines for Pain in a ~$745M Deal

Shots: Haisco Pharma entered an exclusive licensing deal with AbbVie, granting later global rights (ex-China, Hong Kong & Macau) to develop, manufacture & commercialize novel pain therapies As per the deal, Haisco will receive $30M upfront, with the potential to receive up to $715M in development, regulatory, and commercial milestones, along with tiered royalties on future…

ByDipanshu DixitApril 13, 2026

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Sanofi Secures China Approval for Myqorzo and Redemplo in oHCM and FCS

Shots: China’s NMPA has approved Sanofi-licensed Myqorzo (aficamten) for the treatment of obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (oHCM) and Redemplo (plozasiran) for triglyceride reduction in adults with familial chylomicronemia syndrome (FCS) on dietary control The approval of Myqorzo was based on the pivotal P-III (SEQUOIA-HCM) study in pts with symptomatic oHCM, while Redemplo’s approval was supported by…

ByDipanshu DixitJanuary 15, 2026

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Top 20 Countries in Health Innovation in 2025

Shots: Harnessing in-depth research and data-driven insights, PharmaShots unveils its definitive report on the Top 20 Countries in Healthcare Innovation 2025, a comprehensive guide to the nations setting global benchmarks in healthcare advancement Through a meticulous blend of quantitative and qualitative analysis, PharmaShots delved into the multifaceted dimensions of healthcare innovation, spotlighting emerging trends such…

ByPrince GiriNovember 6, 2025

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AstraZeneca and Amgen’s Tezspire (Tezepelumab) Secures the EU Approval for Severe Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)

Shots: The EU approved Tezspire as an add-on treatment with intranasal corticosteroids for adults with severe CRSwNP unresponsive to standard therapies; regulatory review is ongoing in China, Japan, and several other countries Approval was based on the P-III (WAYPOINT) study assessing Tezspire (SC) vs PBO to treat adults with severe CRSwNP for 52wks., followed by…

ByDipanshu DixitOctober 23, 2025

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Takeda Partners with Innovent Biologics to Boost Oncology Pipeline with Advanced Solid Tumor Therapies

Shots: Takeda & Innovent Biologics have entered into a global Partnership (Excluding Greater China) to develop & Commercialize IBI363 & IBI343; Takeda also Gains exclusive Option to license global rights for IBI3001 outside of Greater China As per the deal, Takeda will pay Innovent $1.2B upfront, including a $100M equity investment, funded from cash on…

ByDipanshu DixitOctober 23, 2025

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Sanofi’s Wayrilz (Rilzabrutinib) Receives the CHMP’s Positive Opinion to Treat Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP)

Shots: The CHMP has recommended Wayrilz (rilzabrutinib) for adults with ITP unresponsive to other treatments, with a final decision expected soon; under regulatory review for ITP in China Opinion was based on the P-III (LUNA 3) trial assessing Wayrilz (400mg, BID, PO) vs PBO during a 12–24-wk, followed by 28 wks, and then a four-week…

ByDipanshu DixitOctober 22, 2025

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Royalty Pharma Signs Agreement to Acquire Interest in Amgen’s Imdelltra Royalties from BeOne Medicines for ~$950M

Shots: Royalty Pharma has acquired a royalty interest in Amgen’s Imdelltra from BeOne Medicines for ~$950M As per the deal, Royalty Pharma will acquire BeOne’s ~7% royalty on global Imdelltra sales for ~$950M, including $885M upfront and an option for BeOne to sell more for $65M within 12mos. The royalty, including shared sales above $1.5B…

ByDipanshu DixitAugust 26, 2025

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ArkBio Reports P-II Study Data Evaluating AK3280 to Treat Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)

Shots: ArkBio has reported positive top-line data from the P-II study conducted across 31 clinical sites in China to evaluate safety, tolerability, and clinical efficacy of AK3280 in IPF pts Pts who received AK3280 (100/200/300/400mg BID) demonstrated 209.4 mL increase in forced vital capacity (FVC) and a 6.4% adjusted improvement in %pFVC from baseline and…

ByPrince GiriMay 16, 2025

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China’s NMPA Approves Akeso’s Ebdarokimab (IL-12/IL-23 Dual-Targeted mAb) for Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis

Shots: Akeso’s ebdarokimab has received NMPA approval for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adult Clinical study showed strong efficacy and safety of ebdarokimab (135mg) two doses at weeks 0 and 4, with a PASI 75 response rate of 79.4% at 16wks. and ebdarokimab Q12W 77.9% at 52wks. along with significant improvements in patients'…

ByRidhi RastogiApril 18, 2025

LEO Pharma’s Enstilar Receives the NMPA Approval for Plaque Psoriasis

Haisco Partners with AbbVie to Develop Novel Medicines for Pain in a ~$745M Deal

Sanofi Secures China Approval for Myqorzo and Redemplo in oHCM and FCS

Top 20 Countries in Health Innovation in 2025

AstraZeneca and Amgen’s Tezspire (Tezepelumab) Secures the EU Approval for Severe Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)

Takeda Partners with Innovent Biologics to Boost Oncology Pipeline with Advanced Solid Tumor Therapies

Sanofi’s Wayrilz (Rilzabrutinib) Receives the CHMP’s Positive Opinion to Treat Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP)

Royalty Pharma Signs Agreement to Acquire Interest in Amgen’s Imdelltra Royalties from BeOne Medicines for ~$950M

ArkBio Reports P-II Study Data Evaluating AK3280 to Treat Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)

China’s NMPA Approves Akeso’s Ebdarokimab (IL-12/IL-23 Dual-Targeted mAb) for Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis

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