Shots:The EC has approved Bildyos (60mg/mL) & Bilprevda (120mg/1.7mL), biosimilar versions of Amgen’s Prolia & Xgeva (denosumab) for all indications of the reference productApproval was based on extensive clinical data, incl. analytical, PK & clinical studies, which showed comparable immunogenicity, efficacy & safety of Bildyos & Bilprevda to reference denosumabIn 2022, Henlius…
Shots:The US FDA has approved Bildyos (60mg/mL) & Bilprevda (120mg/1.7mL), biosimilar versions of Amgen’s Prolia & Xgeva (denosumab) for all indications of the reference productApproval was based on extensive clinical data, incl. analytical, PK & clinical studies, which showed comparable quality, efficacy & safety of Bildyos & Bilprevda to reference denosumabIn 2022,…
Shots:Shots:The CHMP has recommended approval of HLX14, a biosimilar version of Amgen’s Prolia/Xgeva (denosumab) for all indications of the reference product; review is ongoing in the US, Canada & other regions Opinion was based on multiple H2H trials, incl. analytical & clinical studies, which showed similar quality, efficacy & safety of HLX14 vs…
Shots:FDA has granted interchangeability designation to Hadlima, a biosimilar version of Humira (adalimumab) for prefilled syringe (40mg/0.4mL) & autoinjectors (40mg/0.4mL & 40mg/0.8mL) expanding on the prior designation for prefilled syringe (40mg/0.8mL) & single-dose vialDesignation was based on trial showing comparable PK, efficacy, safety, & immunogenicity in pts with mod. to sev. plaque PsO…
Shots:Organon has acquired the US regulatory & commercial rights for Tofidence, a biosimilar version of Actemra (tocilizumab), from Biogen, which retains manufacturing rights in the USAs per the deal, Biogen will receive upfront, while Organon will assume Biogen's obligation to pay Bio-Thera tiered annual net sales royalties & milestonesTofidence is a humanized…
Shots:The EMA has validated MAA of HLX11, a biosimilar version of Perjeta (pertuzumab) for all indications of the reference productSubmission was supported by P-III trial evaluating HLX11 vs Perjeta as neoadj. therapy in HER2+/HR-, early stage or locally advanced breast cancer as part of complete treatment regimen. Study met its 1EP of total…
Shots:The third quarter of 2024 highlights major acquisitions in the pharma and biotech industry along with clinical trial results and approvals. The highlight of the quarter was Eli Lilly's acquisition of Morphic Holdings for ~$3.2BThis quarter also showcased multiple clinical trial results including Roche's P-I Study Data of CT-996 to treat ObesityOur…
Shots: Amy Taneja, in a stimulating conversation with PharmaShots, shares the highlights of the Jada system, a vacuum-induced hemorrhage control device Amy describes how the Jada system differs from traditional methods of controlling PPH while explaining how the system works JADA, which is now being shipped to Chile, Hong Kong, Puerto Rico, New Zealand, and…
Biosimilars are developed to be highly similar versions of approved biologics in terms of safety, purity, and potencyBiosimilars are expected to be a cost-effective alternative to the high-priced branded biologics, offering significant and much-needed cost savings to both payers and patientsDuring the month of August, Sandoz’ Tyruko (biosimilar, natalizumab) received the US FDA’s…
Shots:Biosimilars are developed to be highly similar versions of approved biologics in terms of safety, purity, and potencyBiosimilars are expected to be a cost-effective alternative to the high-priced branded biologics, offering significant and much-needed cost savings to both payers and the patientsDuring the month of July, Samsung Bioepis reported P-III equivalence study…

