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.…
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,…
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…
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…
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)…
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,…
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…
Shots:The P-III (3475A-D77) trial assessed SC Keytruda (Q6W) + berahyaluronidase alfa + CT vs IV Keytruda (Q6W) + CT in 1L metastatic NSCLC adults (n=377), regardless of PD-L1 TPS expression; BLA under the US FDA’s review (PDUFA: Sep 23, 2025) & MAA under EMA’s reviewTrial showed that SC is noninferior to IV in AUC…
Shots:Ionis has granted Sobi global exclusive rights of olezarsen excl. the US, Canada & China to treat familial chylomicronemia syndrome (FCS) & severely elevated triglycerides; Ionis to independently market Olezarsen in the US, whereas Theratechnologies holds the rights in CanadaAs per the deal, Ionis will get an upfront, with potential milestone payments &…
Shots:The UK’s MHRA has accepted MAA of AVT23, a proposed biosimilar of Xolair (omalizumab) for the treatment of severe persistent allergic asthma & CRSwNPAlvotech & Advanz Pharma entered into a commercialization agreement for AVT23 in Feb 2023, expanding their alliance in May to incl. 5 more biosimilars, whereas in Oct 2023, Alvotech &…

