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Johnson & Johnson Reports the EMA’s MAA Submission of Icotrokinra to Treat Plaque Psoriasis (PsO)

Shots: The EMA has received MAA of icotrokinra (QD) for the treatment of pts (≥12yrs.) with mod. to sev. plaque PsO MAA was backed by P-III (ICONIC-TOTAL, ICONIC LEAD, ICONIC-ADVANCE 1 & 2) trials, where ICONIC-LEAD (vs PBO) met its co-1EPs of IGA 0/1 & PASI 90 at Wk. 16, plus showed higher rates of clear or almost clear…

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Alumis & Kaken

Alumis and Kaken Pharmaceutical Enter Collaboration & Licencing Deal for ESK-001’s Development & Commercialization in Japan

Shots: Alumis & Kaken have partnered to develop, manufacture, & market ESK-001 for dermatology in Japan, with an option to expand into rheumatology & GI diseases As per the deal, Kaken will handle development, approval & marketing of ESK-001 in Japan in exchange for $40M upfront & near-term co-development costs, with ~$140M in milestones & field…

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Insights+ Key Biosimilars Events of July 2024

Insights+ Key Biosimilars Events of July 2024

Shots:     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 patients      The major highlights were the US FDA’s approval of Samsung Bioepis’ Epysqli for Treating Paroxysmal…

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