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Cytokinetics Reports the EC Approval of Myqorzo (Aficamten) for Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (oHCM)

Shots: The EC has approved Cytokinetics’ Myqorzo (5, 10, 15 & 20mg) for the treatment of adults with symptomatic (NYHA, class II-III) oHCM, with first EU launch expected in Germany by Q2’26 Approval was based on P-III (SEQUOIA-HCM) trial of Myqorzo, showing improved exercise capacity vs PBO at 24wks., with increased peak oxygen uptake by…

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Cytokinetics Launches Myqorzo in the US for Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Shots: The US FDA approved Myqorzo (aficamten) is now commercially available in the US for the treatment of adults with symptomatic obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (oHCM) to improve functional capacity and symptoms Myqorzo is a QD, oral cardiac myosin inhibitor available in 5, 10, 15, and 20 mg tablets and directly targets hypercontractility and LVOT obstruction…

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EMA Marketing Authorization of New Drugs in December 2025   

Shots:  Innovation in drug development continues to reshape patient care across dermatology, cardiology, immunology, oncology, respiratory medicine, and infectious diseases, as regulatory momentum in Europe remains strong toward the end of 2025. Recent EMA actions highlight how advanced biologics, precision small molecules, and next-generation vaccines are translating clinical breakthroughs into real-world impact.  In December 2025, the EMA…

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The US FDA New Drug Approvals in December 2025 

Shots:  Innovation peaked in December 2025, as the FDA delivered a wave of approvals spanning cardiometabolic disease, infectious disease, respiratory immunology, rare hematologic disorders, and acute cardiovascular and neurologic conditions highlighting both scientific breadth and clinical precision  Seven notable therapies crossed the regulatory finish line, including LIB Therapeutics’ Lerochol for LDL lowering, Innoviva’s Nuzolvence for gonorrhea, GSK’s Exdensur for asthma with eosinophilic phenotype, Cytokinetics’ Myqorzo…

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Cytokinetics Reports the US FDA Approval of Myqorzo (Aficamten) for Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (oHCM)

Shots: The US FDA has approved Cytokinetics’ Myqorzo (5, 10, 15 & 20mg) for the treatment of adults with symptomatic oHCM, available in second half of Jan 2026 through a restricted program via REMS Approval was based on P-III (SEQUOIA-HCM) trial of Myqorzo, showing improved exercise capacity vs PBO at 24wks., with increased peak oxygen…

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Cytokinetics Reports the CHMP Positive Opinion on Myqorzo (Aficamten) for Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (oHCM)

Shots: The CHMP has recommended Cytokinetics’ Myqorzo for the treatment of adults with symptomatic (NYHA, class II-III) oHCM, with EC decision expected in Q1’26 Opinion was based on P-III (SEQUOIA-HCM) trial of Myqorzo, showing improved exercise capacity vs PBO at 24wks., with increased peak oxygen uptake by 1.8 vs 0 ml/kg/min, consistent across all subgroups &…

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Cytokinetics Reports P-III (MAPLE-HCM) Trial Data of Aficamten for Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Shots: Cytokinetics has reported P-III (MAPLE-HCM) trial data assessing aficamten vs SoC metoprolol in pts (n=175) with symptomatic obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM); regulatory review is ongoing in the US FDA (PDUFA: Dec 26, 2025) & EMA, with its NDA also under NMPA's priority review  The trial met its 1EP, showing superior improvement in peak oxygen…

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Biopharma Deal Terminations Top 20 2021

Top 20 Biopharma Deal Terminations of 2021 Based on Total Deal Value

Shots: The biopharma industry saw numerous deal terminations in 2021. Clinical and regulatory results, change of control limitations, and strategic reprioritizations were among the most common reasons for deal termination. SOBI and Advent's acquisition agreement in 2021 ranked first under which Advent International offered to acquire SOBI. The second position goes to Galapagos’ development and…

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Biopharma Deal Terminations Top 20 2020

Top 20 Biopharma Deal Terminations of 2020 Based on Total Deal Value

The biopharma industry saw numerous deal terminations in 2020. Clinical and regulatory results- change in control limitations- and strategic reprioritizations were among the most common reasons for deal termination. Sanofi and Hanmi's agreement in 2015 ranked first under which Hanmi regained WW rights to its protein/peptide discovery technology- lapscovery. The second position goes to the…

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