ImmunityBio’s Anktiva + BCG Receives the MHRA’s Approval for BCG-Unresponsive Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer Carcinoma In Situ

Shots:The UK’s MHRA has approved Anktiva + Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) to treat BCG-unresponsive NMIBC with CIS. MAA is under the EMA’s review & covers all 30 EEA statesApproval was based on safety & efficacy data, incl. CR & DoR, from a single-arm trial in 77 pts treated with Anktiva + BCG, with some…

ByRidhi RastogiJuly 8, 2025

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Omeros Submits MAA to the EMA for Narsoplimab (OMS721) to Treat TA-TMA

SShots:Omeros submitted an MAA to the EMA for narsoplimab to treat TA-TMA, with data demonstrating a 61% response rate and a 3x improvement in OS vs matched external controls; over 130 pts treated under expanded access data were also includedEMA granted Narsoplimab ODD status, and CHMP review will start mid-July under centralized…

ByPrince GiriJune 30, 2025

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Kashiv BioSciences and Amneal Pharmaceuticals Report Topline Results from the Study of ADL-018 (Biosimilar, Xolair) for CIU/CSU

Shots:Kashiv BioSciences has reported topline results of ADL-018, its proposed biosimilar to Xolair (omalizumab) for Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria (CIU)/Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU) unresponsive to H1 antihistamines. The BLA and MAA filings for the product are expected with the FDA and EMA, respectively, in Q4’25The study met its 1EPs & 2EPs, demonstrating therapeutic equivalence and…

ByDipanshu DixitJune 27, 2025

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GSK Reports the EMA’s MAA Acceptance of Linerixibat for Cholestatic Pruritus

Shots:The EMA has accepted the MAA of Linerixibat to treat cholestatic pruritus in pts with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC)MAA was supported by the P-III (GLISTEN) study (n=238), which showed that Linerixibat significantly and sustainably improved cholestatic pruritus and itch-related sleep interference, meeting all 1EPs & 2EPs. The safety profile aligned with previous studies.…

ByDipanshu DixitJune 26, 2025

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Fresenius kabi Secures the CHMP’s Positive Opinion for Bomyntra & Conexxence (Biosimilar, Prolia and Xgeva)

Shots: The CHMP has recommended a positive opinion for the marketing authorization of Bomyntra and Conexxence, biosimilars of Bayer’s Xgeva and Prolia (denosumab). EC approval is anticipated in Q3’25 The MAA submissions were based on comprehensive analytical similarity assessments and two comparative clinical studies: one on PK, PD, and immunogenicity in healthy volunteers, and another assessing efficacy, PD,…

ByDipanshu DixitMay 27, 2025

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The CHMP Adopts Positive Opinion on Alnylam Pharmaceuticals’ Vutrisiran to Treat ATTR Amyloidosis with Cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM)

Shots:The CHMP has recommended vutrisiran to treat ATTR-CM adults based on global P-III (HELIOS-B) study assessing it vs PBO in ATTR-CM pts; EC's decision expected in Jun 2025. MAA under PMDA review, with global applications planned in 2025 & beyondStudy met all ten 1 & 2EPs across both overall & monotx. arms, showing improved…

ByRidhi RastogiApril 29, 2025

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Merck KGaA to Acquire SpringWorks Therapeutics for ~$3.9B

Shots:Merck KGaA has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SpringWorks Therapeutics to strengthen its rare disease portfolio & expand SpringWorks’ reach to markets beyond the USAs per the agreement, Merck KGaA will acquire SpringWorks for $47/share (~26% premium), with an equity value of ~$3.9B or an enterprise value of ~$3.4B, funded by…

ByRidhi RastogiApril 28, 2025

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AstraZeneca Reports the EC’s Approval of Imfinzi Regimen as Perioperative Treatment of NSCLC

Shots:The EC has approved perioperative Imfinzi regimen to treat resectable NSCLC adults at high risk of recurrence & no EGFR mutations or ALK rearrangements; MAA under PMDA reviewApproval was based on P-III (AEGEAN) trial assessing neoadj. Imfinzi (1500mg; Q3W × 4 cycles) + CT followed by adj. Imfinzi alone (Q4W × ~12 cycles)…

ByRidhi RastogiApril 4, 2025

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Genmab and Pfizer Secure the EC’s Approval for Tivdak (Tisotumab Vedotin) for Recurrent or Metastatic Cervical Cancer

Shots:The EC has approved Tivdak an ADC, as a monotx. for adults (n=502) with recurrent or metastatic cervical cancer with disease progression on or after systemic therapyApproval was backed by P-III (innovaTV 301) global trial evaluating Tivdak vs CT alone (topotecan, vinorelbine, gemcitabine, irinotecan, or pemetrexed)The trial met its 1EP of OS,…

ByDipanshu DixitApril 1, 2025

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Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Reports the EMA’s Acceptance of Paltusotine for Acromegaly

Shots:Following ODD grant, the EMA has accepted MAA of paltusotine for the treatment & long-term maintenance of acromegaly; NDA under the US FDA's review (PDUFA: Sep 25, 2025)Submission was supported by data from 18 trials, incl. 2 P-III trials (PATHFNDR-2 & PATHFNDR-1) assessing paltusotine vs PBO in treatment-naïve & experienced pts, respectively. These…

ByRidhi RastogiMarch 28, 2025

ImmunityBio’s Anktiva + BCG Receives the MHRA’s Approval for BCG-Unresponsive Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer Carcinoma In Situ

Omeros Submits MAA to the EMA for Narsoplimab (OMS721) to Treat TA-TMA

Kashiv BioSciences and Amneal Pharmaceuticals Report Topline Results from the Study of ADL-018 (Biosimilar, Xolair) for CIU/CSU

GSK Reports the EMA’s MAA Acceptance of Linerixibat for Cholestatic Pruritus

Fresenius kabi Secures the CHMP’s Positive Opinion for Bomyntra & Conexxence (Biosimilar, Prolia and Xgeva)

The CHMP Adopts Positive Opinion on Alnylam Pharmaceuticals’ Vutrisiran to Treat ATTR Amyloidosis with Cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM)

Merck KGaA to Acquire SpringWorks Therapeutics for ~$3.9B

AstraZeneca Reports the EC’s Approval of Imfinzi Regimen as Perioperative Treatment of NSCLC

Genmab and Pfizer Secure the EC’s Approval for Tivdak (Tisotumab Vedotin) for Recurrent or Metastatic Cervical Cancer

Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Reports the EMA’s Acceptance of Paltusotine for Acromegaly

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