GSK Reports the US FDA’s Approval of Nucala (Mepolizumab) for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Shots: The US FDA has approved Nucala as an add-on treatment for inadequately controlled COPD & eosinophilic phenotype based on the P-III (MATINEE & METREX) trial; EMA & NMPA’s submissions are under review MATINEE assessed Nucala (n=403; 100mg, SC, Q4W) vs PBO (n=401) in COPD pts (n=804) with type 2 inflammation while METREX evaluated it…

ByRidhi RastogiMay 23, 2025

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GSK Receives the MHLW’s Approval for Blenrep (Belantamab Mafodotin) Regimens to Treat R/R Multiple Myeloma

Shots: MHLW has approved Blenrep + BorDex & PomDex in MM pts with ≥1 prior therapy; review ongoing in the US (PDUFA: Jul 23, 2025), EU, Canada, China (PR for DREAMM-7), & Switzerland (with PR for DREAMM-8) Approval was based on P-III (DREAMM-7 & DREAMM-8) trials assessing Blenrep (2.5mg/kg, IV, Q3W) + BorDex vs Darzalex + BorDex in 494…

ByRidhi RastogiMay 19, 2025

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Top 20 Biopharma Deal Terminations of 2024

Shots: In the Biopharma industry, navigating M&A and licensing deals is challenging due to strict antitrust laws and shifting regulations. When these pressures create significant risks, nullifying or restructuring existing agreements can be the most rational and strategic response In 2024, the termination of the $4.45B deal between Adaptimmune and Genentech became a major talking…

ByPrince GiriMay 14, 2025

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GSK to Acquire Efimosfermin Alfa from Boston Pharmaceuticals for ~$2B, Strengthening its Hepatology Pipeline

Shots: GSK to acquire Boston’s lead asset, efimosfermin alfa, a P-III candidate for steatotic liver disease (SLD) As per the deal, GSK will acquire BP Asset IX (Boston’s subsidiary) for ~$2B to access efimosfermin, incl. $1.2B upfront & $800M in milestones, plus GSK will also be responsible for royalties & milestone payments owed to Novartis…

ByRidhi RastogiMay 14, 2025

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GSK Reports the P-III (GLISTEN) Study Results of Linerixibat for Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) Patients with Cholestatic Pruritus

Shots: GSK has reported P-III (GLISTEN) trial data assessing linerixibat (n=119) vs PBO (n=119) to treat PBC pts (N=238) with cholestatic pruritus; pts could switch to linerixibat in Part B of the trial Trial met its 1EP, showing significantly reduced itch per WI-NRS scale in PBC pts, as assessed by monthly itch score, over 24wks.…

ByRidhi RastogiMay 8, 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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GSK Receives the MHRA’s Approval for Blenrep (Belantamab Mafodotin) Regimens to Treat R/R Multiple Myeloma

Shots: MHRA has approved Blenrep + BorDex & PomDex in MM pts with ≥1 prior therapy incl. Revlimid; review ongoing in 14 markets incl. US (PDUFA: Jul 23, 2025), EU, Canada, Japan [priority review (PR)], China (PR for DREAMM-7), & Switzerland (PR for DREAMM-8) Approval was based on P-III (DREAMM-7 & DREAMM-8) trials assessing Blenrep…

ByRidhi RastogiApril 21, 2025

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Evaluating SDoH in SLE: Vijay Nadipelli from GSK in a Riveting Conversation with PharmaShots

Shots: SDoH screening can help identify patient needs, support faster clinical decisions, and improve patient-centric care A first-of-its-kind lupus study surveyed 69 patients across two institutions to assess the feasibility of routine SDoH screening in lupus clinics and identify related barriers and enablers at the physician, care team, and patient levels Vijay Nadipelli, Senior Director…

BySaurabh ChaubeyApril 21, 2025

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The US FDA New Drug Approvals in March 2025

Shots: PharmaShots has compiled a list of US FDA-approved drugs in the month of March 2025 The US FDA has approved a total of 2 new drug including 2 new molecular entities leading to the treatment of patients and advances in the healthcare industry The major highlighted drug was GSK’s Blujepa securing approval for treating…

ByDipanshu DixitApril 15, 2025

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ABL Bio Licenses Grabody-B Brain Delivery Platform to GSK for ~$2.76B (£2.15B)

Shots: ABL Bio has entered into a global licensing agreement with GSK for its Grabody-B BBB shuttle platform to develop therapies targeting various novel pathways using antibodies, siRNA, & ASOs for neurodegenerative diseases As per the deal, GSK will handle preclinical & clinical activities, manufacturing, & marketing of the potential programs in exchange for ~$99.4M,…

ByRidhi RastogiApril 7, 2025

GSK Reports the US FDA’s Approval of Nucala (Mepolizumab) for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

GSK Receives the MHLW’s Approval for Blenrep (Belantamab Mafodotin) Regimens to Treat R/R Multiple Myeloma

Top 20 Biopharma Deal Terminations of 2024

GSK to Acquire Efimosfermin Alfa from Boston Pharmaceuticals for ~$2B, Strengthening its Hepatology Pipeline

GSK Reports the P-III (GLISTEN) Study Results of Linerixibat for Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) Patients with Cholestatic Pruritus

Top 20 Biopharma Companies of 2025

GSK Receives the MHRA’s Approval for Blenrep (Belantamab Mafodotin) Regimens to Treat R/R Multiple Myeloma

The US FDA New Drug Approvals in March 2025

ABL Bio Licenses Grabody-B Brain Delivery Platform to GSK for ~$2.76B (£2.15B)

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