Sanofi and J&J Discontinue P-III (E.mbrace) Study of ExPEC9V for Invasive E. coli Diseases

Shots: Sanofi and J&J have discontinued the P-III (E.mbrace) study of ExPEC9V after IDMC interim analysis due to insufficient efficacy against extraintestinal pathogenic E. coli , leading to a $250M impairment charge before tax The P-III trial assessed single dose of ExPEC9V (IM) vs PBO in adults (≥60yrs.) with UTI history in past 2yrs. to prevent invasive…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 14, 2025

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Sanofi Receives China’s NMPA Approval for Sarclisa + SoC VRd to Treat Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma (NDMM)

Shots: China’s NMPA has approved Sarclisa with SoC VRd (bortezomib, lenalidomide, & dexamethasone) to treat ASCT-ineligible NDMM pts based on data showing improved PFS in P-III (IMROZ) trial; ongoing regulatory review in Japan for HSCT- ineligible NDMM pts This was preceded by NMPA approval of Sarclisa + pomalidomide & dexamethasone (Pd) for R/R MM pts who received ~1L…

ByDipanshu DixitJanuary 31, 2025

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The EC Approves Sanofi’s Sarclisa + standard-of-care VRd to Treat Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma (NDMM)

Shots: The EC has approved Sarclisa with SoC VRd (bortezomib, lenalidomide, & dexamethasone) to treat ASCT-ineligible NDMM patients, following the CHMP’s positive opinion. Regulatory findings are under review in Japan & China Approval was based on a P-III (IMROZ) study assessing Sarclisa + VRd vs VRd, which showed improved PFS of 40% (1EP) with findings reported…

ByRidhi RastogiJanuary 22, 2025

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Alloy Therapeutics Partners with Sanofi to Advance Innovative Therapeutics in the CNS Space

Shots: Alloy Therapeutics and Sanofi have entered into a target specific partnership to leverage Alloy's AntiClastic Antisense Platform for a CNS target Sanofi will utilize its neuroscience expertise to develop genetic medicines that cross the blood-brain barrier. It will pay up to $27.5M as upfront & near-term preclinical milestones as well as $400M as…

BySenior EditorJanuary 8, 2025

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PharmaShots’ Key Highlights of Third Quarter 2024

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 ~$3.2B This quarter also showcased multiple clinical trial results including Roche's P-I Study Data of CT-996 to treat Obesity Our…

BySaurabh ChaubeyOctober 1, 2024

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Top 20 Immunology Companies of 2024

Shots: Immunology remains one of the most explored therapy areas. Companies focusing on immunology are steadfastly working to advance treatment options by developing drugs, vaccines, and antibodies In 2023, the global immunology market size was valued at $98.22B and expected to register $263.22B by 2033, with a CAGR of 10.36% from 2024 to 2033. AbbVie…

ByPrince GiriJuly 25, 2024

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Insights+: An Analysis of the Growth of Biopharma Companies in the Last 20 Years (2004-2023)

Shots: Witness the journey of the biopharma companies over 20 years with this informative and engaging report. The report highlights the development of the biopharma industry and the key factors influencing them In 2023, JNJ reclaims the topmost position in the list from Pfizer with a revenue of $85.16B, showcasing a sharp 10.30 percent vs…

BySaurabh ChaubeyMay 1, 2024

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PharmaShots’ Key Highlights of First Quarter 2024

Shots: The first 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 Gilead's acquisition of CymaBay Therapeutics for an aggregate of ~$4.3B This quarter also showcased multiple clinical trial results including Axsome Therapeutics P-III results for AXS-12 and BMS'…

BySenior EditorApril 1, 2024

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Top 20 Biopharma M&A of 2023 by Total Deal Value

Shots: With stringent antitrust regulation clasping the overall volume of M&A deals, the biopharma industry manages to hold up a few strong M&A while conquering the waves of unexpected economic turmoil in 2023 In 2023, the global biopharma industry witnessed an astounding transformation with M&A deals. Pfizer’s acquisition of Seagen for $43B ranks first in…

ByPrince GiriJanuary 24, 2024

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Top 20 Companies Spending on R&D in 2022

Shots: R&D (Research and Development) in the biopharma industry lays the foundation stone of innovative drugs. A robust R&D bolstered with new-age technological advances assures long-term sustainability in the future market With a global expenditure of $238B in 2022, the figures are anticipated to reach $285B by 2028. In 2022, AbbVie ranked the top among…

ByPrince GiriAugust 22, 2023

Sanofi and J&J Discontinue P-III (E.mbrace) Study of ExPEC9V for Invasive E. coli Diseases

Sanofi Receives China’s NMPA Approval for Sarclisa + SoC VRd to Treat Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma (NDMM)

The EC Approves Sanofi’s Sarclisa + standard-of-care VRd to Treat Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma (NDMM)

Alloy Therapeutics Partners with Sanofi to Advance Innovative Therapeutics in the CNS Space

PharmaShots’ Key Highlights of Third Quarter 2024

Top 20 Immunology Companies of 2024

Insights+: An Analysis of the Growth of Biopharma Companies in the Last 20 Years (2004-2023)

PharmaShots’ Key Highlights of First Quarter 2024

Top 20 Biopharma M&A of 2023 by Total Deal Value

Top 20 Companies Spending on R&D in 2022

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