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Samsung Biologics’ US subsidiary entered a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Human Genome Sciences from GSK, securing its first US based manufacturing site in Rockville, Maryland
As per the deal terms, Samsung Biologics will acquire the Rockville assets for $280M, with closing expected by end of Q1’26, while retaining 500+ employees to ensure…
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FDA has approved GSK’s Exdensur as an add-on maintenance therapy for asthma pts (≥12yrs.) with an eosinophilic phenotype following MHRA’s approval for both asthma & CRSwNP; regulatory review is ongoing in EU, Japan & China
Approval was based on the P-III trials: SWIFT-1 (n=382) & SWIFT-2 (n=380) assessing Exdensur vs PBO, both in addition to SoC,…
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CHMP recommended GSK's depemokimab as add-on maintenance therapy for asthma pts (≥12yrs.) with type 2 inflammation (eosinophilic) & as add-on therapy for inadequately controlled CRSwNP, based on P-III (SWIFT & ANCHOR) trials, respectively; EC’s decision expected in Q1’26
SWIFT-1 (n=382) & SWIFT-2 (n=380) trials showed depemokimab reduced asthma exacerbations by 54% over 52wks. (1EP)…
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The US FDA has approved GSK's Blujepa (gepotidacin) for the treatment of pts (≥12yrs.; ≥45kg) with uGC caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae who have limited or no alternative options for treatment
Approval was backed by P-III (EAGLE-1) trial assessing Blujepa (2 doses × 3000mg; PO) vs ceftriaxone (500mg; IM) + azithromycin (1000mg; PO) in ~600 pts with…
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The US FDA has granted ODD to GSK’s risvutatug rezetecan (GSK5764227) for the treatment of small-cell lung cancer (SCLC)
Designation was supported by preliminary P-I (ARTEMIS-001) trial data showing durable responses in pts with extensive-stage SCLC treated with risvutatug rezetecan
GSK’227 is a B7-H3-targeted ADC developed by Hansoh Pharma for various solid tumors. GSK…
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GSK has entered into a strategic research collaboration with LTZ Therapeutics to advance the development of novel myeloid cell engagers (MCEs) in oncology, leveraging LTZ’s immune-engager platform
Under the collaboration, GSK & LTZ aim to develop up to four MCE therapies for hematologic cancers & solid tumors, with GSK receiving an exclusive option to…
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GSK has entered into a worldwide exclusive license agreement with Empirico to develop & commercialize EMP-012
As per the deal,Empirico will lead P-I development of EMP-012, following which GSK will take over global development, regulatory filings, & commercialization, with Empirico receiving $85M upfront, ~$660M in development, regulatory & commercial milestones, & tiered royalties on…
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Syndivia has granted GSK exclusive global rights to develop and commercialize a preclinical ADC for the treatment of metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC)
As per the deal, GSK will handle global development, manufacturing, & commercialization of the ADC in exchange for an upfront payment, along with development & commercial milestone payments up to a total of…
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The US FDA has approved Blenrep + BorDex for the treatment of r/r MM in adults who have received ≥1 prior therapy, incl. a proteasome inhibitor & an immunomodulatory agent. NDA under NMPA’s priority review
Approval was based on P-III (DREAMM-7) trial assessing Blenrep (2.5mg/kg, IV, Q3W) in combination with BorDex for 8 cycles, then as a single…
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The CHMP has recommended Shingrix in a PFS (Recombinant Zoster Vaccine or RZV), simplifying administration by eliminating vial reconstitution for the prevention of shingles (herpes zoster). EU marketing authorization is expected in December 2025
The opinion was based on data showing that the PFS matches the existing vaccine
Shingrix combines glycoprotein E antigen with…

