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DARZALEX (Daratumumab) Receives Positive CHMP Opinion for High-Risk Smouldering Multiple Myeloma

Shots:Janssen-Cilag (Johnson & Johnson) announced that the CHMP of the EMA has recommended approving DARZALEX (daratumumab) SC as the first therapy for adults with high‑risk smouldering multiple myeloma (SMM)The CHMP’s recommendation is based on the P-III (AQUILA) study data evaluating efficacy and safety of fixed-duration monotx. daratumumab SC compared with active monitoring (N=390)…

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Johnson & Johnson launches ACUVUE OASYS MAX 1-Day MULTIFOCAL for ASTIGMATISM Contact Lens in the US and Canada

Shots:Johnson & Johnson launched ACUVUE OASYS MAX 1‑DAY MULTIFOCAL for astigmatism daily disposable lens in the U.S. and Canada for people with both astigmatism and presbyopiaA study showed 95% of people wearing ACUVUE OASYS MAX 1-DAY MULTIFOCAL for ASTIGMATISM contact lenses reported clear vision during daily activities, while 87% saw clearly while driving…

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Top 20 Medical device companies of 2025

Top 20 Medical Device Companies of 2025

Shots: Driven by continuous innovation, the MedTech sector is evolving rapidly to enhance preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic capabilities in healthcareIn 2023, the global MedTech market was valued at $668.2B and is projected to reach $989.1B by 2033, growing at a CAGR of approximately 4%. Medtronic led the industry with a revenue of $33.12B, followed…

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Top 20 Biopharma 2025

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…

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PharmaShots’ Key Highlights of First Quarter 2025

Shots:  Q1’2025 highlights major acquisitions in the pharma and biotech industry along with clinical trial results and approvals. The talk of the town remained Intra-Cellular Therapies’ acquisition by Johnson & Johnson for ~$14.6B  The quarter highlighted breakthrough results, pivotal clinical data, including Eli Lilly and Incyte's P-III Study Data of Baricitinib to treat Alopecia Areata PharmaShots brings…

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Biocon Biologics

Biocon Biologics Report the P-III Study Positive Results of Yesintek (Biosimilar, Stelara) 

Shots: Biocon Biologics revealed positive results from the P-III study demonstrating that Yesintek achieved equivalent efficacy, safety, immunogenicity, and PK vs reference product to treat mod. to sev. chronic plaque psoriasis (PsO) pts. (n=384, age= 18-80yrs.); data was presented at AAD 2025 The primary efficacy endpoint, percentage change in PASI scores at Wk. 12 showed…

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Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson’s Darzalex (daratumumab) Receives the CHMP’s Positive Opinion for Multiple Myeloma

Shots:The CHMP has recommended Darzalex (SC) + bortezomib, lenalidomide & dexamethasone (D-VRd) to treat newly diagnosed multiple myeloma pts. Opinion was based on P-III (CEPHEUS) trial, which assessed efficacy & safety in transplant-ineligible or deferred NDMM pts (n=395) not planned for ASCT as initial therapy, in 13 countries across North America, South America and…

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Biopharma M&A Top 20 2024

Top 20 Biopharma M&A of 2024 by Total Deal Value

Top 20 Biopharma M&A of 2024 by Total Deal ValueShots:Dealmaking in 2024 experienced fluctuations due to regulatory challenges and increasing pressure from the Inflation Reduction ActThe highest-value deal of the year was Vertex’s acquisition of Alpine Immune Sciences for $4.9B, followed by Gilead’s acquisition of CymaBay for $4.3B and Lilly’s acquisition of…

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