Shots: The United States has about 38.4 million people living with diabetes, representing 11.6% of the total population. With growing prevalence, there is a significant unmet need for affordable diabetes medications. Biocon Biologics recently announced the FDA approval of Kirsty, the first and only interchangeable biosimilar to NovoLog (Insulin Aspart). Joshua Salsi, the Head of…
Shots:The US FDA has approved Kirsty (100 units/mL), an interchangeable biosimilar of NovoLog (Insulin Aspart) to improve glycemic control in adults & pediatric pts with diabetes mellitusApproval was based on comprehensive analytical, non-clinical, & clinical data, which showed similar efficacy, safety, purity & potency of Kirsty vs NovoLogKirsty is a rapid-acting human…
Shots:Biocon Biologics has entered into strategic collaboration agreement with Civica to extend access & affordability of Insulin Aspart in the US
As per the deal, Biocon will supply Insulin Aspart drug substance to Civica, which will manufacture prefilled pens & vials of insulin at its Petersburg, Virginia facility. Civica will commercialize it in the US…

