Teva and Alvotech’s Selarsdi (Biosimilar, Stelara) Receives the US FDA’s Interchangeability Designation

Shots: The US FDA has granted interchangeable designation to Selarsdi, a biosimilar version of Stelara (ustekinumab) for all indications incl. treatment of adult & pediatric PsA & plaque PsO as well as Crohn’s disease, & ulcerative colitis, effective as of Apr 30, 2025 Selarsdi is an anti-IL-12/IL-23 mAb, with 4 approved presentations: 45mg/0.5mL & 90mg/mL…

ByRidhi RastogiMay 6, 2025

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Top 20 Biopharma Companies of 2025

Shots: Driven by innovation and a steadfast commitment to advancing cutting-edge therapies, the biopharma industry experienced robust growth in 2024, marked by significant revenue milestones With a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.87%, the global biopharma market is expected to reach $1.41 trillion by 2032. In 2024, Pfizer led the industry with total…

ByPrince GiriApril 24, 2025

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The US FDA Accepts sBLA Priority Review for Regeneron’s EYLEA HD in Macular Edema Following RVO and Monthly Dosing In Approved Indications

Shots: Regeneron reported the US FDA acceptance for its priority review of the sBLA by using priority review voucher for EYLEA HD (aflibercept 8 mg) to treat macular edema from retinal vein occlusion (RVO) and to expand dosing to include monthly administration in all approved indications. The US FDA’s expected action date is Aug 19,…

ByRidhi RastogiApril 18, 2025

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Biocon Biologics and Regeneron Settle over Yesafili’s (Biosimilar, Eylea) US Launch

Shots: Biocon Biologics & Regeneron have entered into a settlement & license agreement, allowing the US launch of Yesafili, an interchangeable biosimilar version of Eylea (aflibercept) by H2’26 Yesafili’s FDA approval was supported by analytical, nonclinical & clinical data incl. P-III (INSIGHT) trial assessing Yesafili vs Eylea in DME pts, confirming its similarity in PK,…

ByRidhi RastogiApril 16, 2025

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Formycon Reports the MHRA’s Approval of FYB203 (Biosimilar, Eylea) as Ahzantive

Shots: Following the EC approval, Formycon & Klinge Biopharma have reported the UK MHRA’s approval of FYB203, biosimilar of Eylea (aflibercept), under the brand name: Ahzantive The biosimilar is intended to treat Age-Related Neovascular (wet) Macular Degeneration (nAMD) and other serious retinal diseases incl. Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), visual impairment due to Myopic Choroidal…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 25, 2025

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Alvotech and Teva Report the Regulatory Filing Acceptance for AVT06 (Biosimilar, Eylea) Across the US

Shots: The US FDA has accepted the BLA of AVT06 (2mg) for treating eye disorders, including diseases that can lead to vision loss or blindness. The regulatory approval process is expected to finish in Q4’25 AVT06/AVT29 is a recombinant fusion protein and biosimilar candidate to Eylea (aflibercept), targeting VEGF to inhibit receptor activation, neovascularization,…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 20, 2025

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Regeneron Reveals Data from Extended P-III (PULSAR) Trial of Eylea HD for Wet Age-related Macular Degeneration

Shots: Regeneron reported 3yr. data from an extension study of P-III (PULSAR) trial of Eylea for wAMD pts, randomized to Eylea HD (8mg; Q3M or Q4M) or Eylea (2mg; Q2M) After 2yrs., 88% of Eylea HD patients maintained a dosing interval of ≥3 months, while in 60wk. extension, 77%, 58%, 40% & 24% (out…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 10, 2025

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Formycon Reports the EC’s Approval of FYB203 (Biosimilar, Eylea) Under the Brand Names Ahzantive and Baiama

Shots: Formycon & Klinge Biopharma have reported the EC’s approval of FYB203, biosimilar of Eylea (aflibercept), under the brand names: Ahzantive & Baiama valid across the EU plus Iceland, Liechtenstein & Norway after receiving the CHMP’s recommendation in Nov 2024 The biosimilar is intended to treat Age-Related Neovascular (wet) Macular Degeneration (nAMD) and other…

BySenior EditorJanuary 21, 2025

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Celltrion Secures the CHMP’s Positive Opinion for Eydenzelt (Biosimilar, Eylea), Stoboclo & Osenvelt (Biosimilars, Prolia & Xgeva) and Avtozma (Biosimilar, RoActemra)

Shots: The P-III trial of Eydenzelt vs Eylea (aflibercept) in diabetic macular edema (DME) patients achieved its 1EP of BCVA improvement at wk.8, demonstrating equivalent efficacy, safety & immunogenicity The P-III study of Stoboclo & Osenvelt vs Prolia & Xgeva (denosumab) in patients (n=479) achieved its 1EP, showing equivalent efficacy in lumbar spine bone mineral…

ByDipanshu DixitDecember 16, 2024

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Celltrion Secures the CHMP’s Positive Opinion for Eydenzelt (Biosimilar, Eylea), Stoboclo & Osenvelt (Biosimilars, Prolia & Xgeva) and Avtozma (Biosimilar, RoActemra)

Shots: The P-III trial of Eydenzelt vs Eylea (aflibercept) in diabetic macular edema (DME) patients achieved its 1EP of BCVA improvement at wk.8, demonstrating equivalent efficacy, safety & immunogenicity The P-III study of Stoboclo & Osenvelt vs Prolia & Xgeva (denosumab) in patients (n=479) achieved its 1EP, showing equivalent efficacy in lumbar spine bone mineral…

ByDipanshu DixitDecember 16, 2024

Teva and Alvotech’s Selarsdi (Biosimilar, Stelara) Receives the US FDA’s Interchangeability Designation

Top 20 Biopharma Companies of 2025

The US FDA Accepts sBLA Priority Review for Regeneron’s EYLEA HD in Macular Edema Following RVO and Monthly Dosing In Approved Indications

Biocon Biologics and Regeneron Settle over Yesafili’s (Biosimilar, Eylea) US Launch

Formycon Reports the MHRA’s Approval of FYB203 (Biosimilar, Eylea) as Ahzantive

Alvotech and Teva Report the Regulatory Filing Acceptance for AVT06 (Biosimilar, Eylea) Across the US

Formycon Reports the EC’s Approval of FYB203 (Biosimilar, Eylea) Under the Brand Names Ahzantive and Baiama

Celltrion Secures the CHMP’s Positive Opinion for Eydenzelt (Biosimilar, Eylea), Stoboclo & Osenvelt (Biosimilars, Prolia & Xgeva) and Avtozma (Biosimilar, RoActemra)

Celltrion Secures the CHMP’s Positive Opinion for Eydenzelt (Biosimilar, Eylea), Stoboclo & Osenvelt (Biosimilars, Prolia & Xgeva) and Avtozma (Biosimilar, RoActemra)

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