Takeda Reports P-III (LATITUDE) Program Results on Zasocitinib for Plaque Psoriasis

Shots: Takeda has presented the P-III (LATITUDE) studies data assessing zasocitinib (TAK-279) in adults with mod. to sev. plaque psoriasis (PsO) at EADV’26 In P-III (LATITUDE Atlas) study, zasocitinib was superior to deucravacitinib across 1 & all key 2EPs, with complete skin clearance emerging as early as Wk. 8 & 36.5% vs 13.9% pts achieving…

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The US FDA Grants Priority Review to Takeda’s Zasocitinib in Plaque Psoriasis

Shots: The US FDA has accepted the NDA & granted priority review to zasocitinib (TAK-279) for the treatment of adults with mod. to sev. plaque psoriasis (PsO), with the PDUFA target action date in Q1’27. MAA is under EMA’s review, with further global filings planned NDA was supported by extensive data incl. global P-III (Latitude…

ByRidhi RastogiSeptember 14, 2026

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Takeda Reports the US FDA Approval of Mimrylo (Rusfertide) for Polycythemia Vera

Shots: The US FDA has approved Mimrylo (rusfertide) for the treatment of erythrocytosis in adults with polycythemia vera (PV) Approval was backed by the P-III (VERIFY) trial (n=293), which met all efficacy endpoints, showing higher response rates, reduced need for phlebotomy & improvement in fatigue as measured by PROMIS Fatigue Short Form 8a The VERIFY…

ByRidhi RastogiAugust 31, 2026

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Takeda Reports MHLW Approval of Orzeyful (Oveporexton) for Narcolepsy Type 1

Shots: The MHLW has approved Orzeyful (oveporexton) for the treatment of narcolepsy type 1 (NT1, narcolepsy with cataplexy) in adults Approval was based on extensive data, incl. P-III (FirstLight & RadiantLight) trial assessing Orzeyful (BID) in NT1 pts over 12wks, where FirstLight randomized 168 pts to 3 arms (2mg, 1mg & PBO) & RadiantLight randomized…

ByRidhi RastogiAugust 24, 2026

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Takeda Reports US FDA Approval of Orzeyful (Oveporexton) for Narcolepsy Type 1

Shots: The US FDA has approved Orzeyful (oveporexton) for the treatment of narcolepsy type 1 (NT1, narcolepsy with cataplexy) in adults. DEA scheduling decision is expected within 90 days, after which it will be available through a specialty pharmacy Approval was based on extensive data, incl. P-III (FirstLight & RadiantLight) trial assessing Orzeyful (BID) in…

ByRidhi RastogiAugust 6, 2026

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Top 20 R&D Spending Biopharma Companies of 2026

Shots: Merck & Co., Roche, and Johnson & Johnson emerged as the leading pharmaceutical companies by R&D expenditure in 2025, investing $15.78B, $15.49B, and $14.66B, respectively. Continued investments in late-stage clinical programs, pipeline expansion, advanced technologies, and strategic business development reinforced their commitment to driving pharmaceutical innovation Global biopharmaceutical R&D investment continues to accelerate as…

ByPrince GiriJuly 31, 2026

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Top 20 Immunology Companies of 2026

Shots: AbbVie led the global immunology market with $30.4B in immunology revenue in 2025, followed by Sanofi ($19.08B) and Johnson & Johnson ($15.72B). Continued demand for biologics and targeted therapies across autoimmune and inflammatory diseases supported strong commercial performance among leading companies. The global immunology market, valued at $108.4B in 2024, is projected to…

ByPrince GiriJuly 17, 2026

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Takeda Reports the P-III (LATITUDE) Studies Data on Zasocitinib in Plaque Psoriasis

Shots: Takeda has reported the 2 P-III (Latitude PsO 3001 & PsO 3002) trial results assessing zasocitinib (QD, PO) in 693 & 1108 adults, respectively, with mod. to sev. PsO, where both studies showed improved NAPSI scores vs PBO at 16wks. Trials also showed that 77% (3001) & 74% (3002) pts reached ssPGA 0/1 response…

ByRidhi RastogiJuly 17, 2026

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Merck Reports the US FDA Approval for Lipfendra (Enlicitide) to Reduce LDL-C in Adults with Hypercholesterolemia

Shots: The US FDA has approved Lipfendra (20mg, PO) as an adjunct to lifestyle intervention to reduce LDL-C in adults with hypercholesterolemia, incl. HeFH, based on 2 P-III trials (CORALreef Lipids & CORALreef HeFH) assessing it vs PBO At Wk. 24 in Lipids trial, Lipfendra reduced LDL-C by 57% vs a 3% increase from…

ByRidhi RastogiJuly 17, 2026

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Insilico Medicine Collaborates with Takeda to Advance AI Drug Discovery

Shots: Insilico Medicine has entered into a strategic collaboration agreement with Takeda to advance clinically differentiated drug candidates across Takeda's therapeutic areas, using Insilico’s Pharma.AI platform Insilico will lead AI-driven discovery, while Takeda will advance selected candidates through clinical development & hold exclusive worldwide rights to develop, manufacture, & commercialize resulting therapeutics As per the…

ByRidhi RastogiJuly 2, 2026

Takeda Reports P-III (LATITUDE) Program Results on Zasocitinib for Plaque Psoriasis

The US FDA Grants Priority Review to Takeda’s Zasocitinib in Plaque Psoriasis

Takeda Reports the US FDA Approval of Mimrylo (Rusfertide) for Polycythemia Vera

Takeda Reports MHLW Approval of Orzeyful (Oveporexton) for Narcolepsy Type 1

Takeda Reports US FDA Approval of Orzeyful (Oveporexton) for Narcolepsy Type 1

Top 20 R&D Spending Biopharma Companies of 2026

Top 20 Immunology Companies of 2026

Takeda Reports the P-III (LATITUDE) Studies Data on Zasocitinib in Plaque Psoriasis

Merck Reports the US FDA Approval for Lipfendra (Enlicitide) to Reduce LDL-C in Adults with Hypercholesterolemia

Insilico Medicine Collaborates with Takeda to Advance AI Drug Discovery

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