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The first quarter of 2023 highlights major acquisitions in the pharma and biotech industry along with multiple approvals. Meanwhile, Selecta and Sobi reported P-III trial (DISSOLVE I & II) results of SEL-212 for chronic refractory gout
Starting with the latest acquisitions, Pfizer acquired Seagen for ~$43B. The first quarter of the year also showcases…
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Post M&A deals, companies often cannot sail through a few key aspects of the partnership, such as limited ownership, exorbitant recovery costs, and poor integration process, leading to deal terminations. The improperly executed expansion program also contributes significantly to the failed partnership
To tackle such scenarios, companies are cautious enough to make backup plans beforehand…
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Trailblazing, inspiring, and emancipating, women’s contribution to society is highly significant. By breaking the shackles of orthodox social customs, they made an indistinguishable place in society that we all should be proud of
Every year on the 8th of March, the world celebrates International Women’s Day as a day of observance for women’s triumph in the social,…
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The EMA approved 3 New Chemical Entity (NCE) and 5 Biologic Drugs in January 2023, leading to treatments for patients and advances in the healthcare industry
In January 2023, the major highlights drugs were Xofluza’s Approval for influenza, Dupixent for eosinophilic esophagitis
PharmaShots has compiled a list of a total of 8 new drugs…
The year 2022 has been a busy year for global pharma and biotech companies involved in M&A, option & licensing agreements, clinical trial results and gaining approvals. Our team has compiled a list of 30 most read life sciences news on PharmaShots in 2022
1. AVEO Entered into a Clinical Trial Collaboration with Merck KGaA to…
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The fourth quarter of 2022 highlights approvals, multiple clinical trial results, and numerous deals. There are major alliances in this quarter which include Johnson & Johnson acquired Abiomed for ~$16.6B, Takeda entered into an agreement to acquire NDI-034858 from Nimbus Therapeutics for ~$6B
In the fourth quarter of the year, BeiGene’s Brukinsa received EC’s…
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Oncology focuses on the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer based on the treatment option and it’s divided into 3 major areas including medical oncology, radiation oncology, and surgical oncology
The advancements in cell and gene therapies have provided pharmaceutical companies with a unique set of ground-breaking tools for the development of more…
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Immunology focuses on analyzing all aspects of the immune system in both healthy and diseased states, from its structure & function to its disorders, blood banking, immunization & organ transplant
Along with the enhanced utilization of immunotherapies for immunological & autoimmune diseases, monoclonal antibodies have also showcased a great potential to be used as…
Biosimilars are developed to be highly similar versions of approved biologics in terms of safety, purity, and potency
Biosimilars 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 patients
During the month of July, Polpharma Biologics reported EMA's acceptance of MAA…
Active Ingredients: Apixaban
Strength: 2.5 mg and 5 mg
Dosage Form: Tablet
Mechanism of Action: Factor Xa inhibitors
First Approval: US (Dec 28, 2012), EU (May 18, 2011)
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Eliquis is a leading novel oral anticoagulant of BMS. The revenue for BMS continued to grow due to Eliquis and other recently launched new products. BMS and Pfizer jointly develop and…

