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The European Commission approved multiple therapies across vaccines, rare diseases, endocrinology, and immunology, including products from BioNet, Sanofi, Fondazione Telethon, IntraBio, and Ionis / Otsuka.Â
The Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use also issued positive opinions for late-stage assets from UCB and Gedeon Richter, with additional recommendations supporting Sanofi’s Rezurock.Â
Decisions were backed by strong Phase II/III data…
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The CHMP has recommended Kygevvi (PO) under exceptional circumstances for adults & pediatric pts with TK2d whose symptom onset occurred ≤12yrs. of age, supported through EMA's PRIME scheme. EC decision is expected by Q2’26
Supportive evidence came from pooled data from 2 studies of Kygevvi in 39 pts with genetically confirmed TK2d & symptom…
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FDA has approved Kygevvi (2g/2g; PO) for adults & pediatric pts with TK2d whose symptom onset occurred ≤12yrs. of age. Kygevvi is expected to launch in the US by Q1’26, & is under EMA's review, with additional regulatory filings planned
Approval was backed by a P-II trial, 2 retrospective chart review studies, & an…
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UCB has reported 3yr. BE HEARD trials data where 2 P-III (BE HEARD I & II) trials assessed Bimzelx (320mg; Q2W till Wk. 16, then Q4W) vs PBO in 1,014 adults with mod. to sev. HS; 556 pts completing Wk. 48 entered the OLE (BE HEARD EXT) study
Among pts with ≥1 draining tunnel…
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Immunology continues to be a key focus area, with biopharmaceutical companies rigorously advancing innovative therapies including drugs, vaccines, and antibodies to address evolving patient needs and improve disease outcomes
In 2024, the global immunology market size was valued at $109.4B and expected to reach $254.23B by 2032, with a CAGR of 11.8% from 2024…
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UCB reported the P-III study (n=87; ages 1-35yrs.) of adjunctive fenfluramine vs. PBO in CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder (CDD) diagnosis and uncontrolled seizure pts.
The P-III study met its 1EP (median % reduction in countable motor seizure frequency) and most key 2EPs. Fenfluramine was well tolerated with a consistent safety profile in prior DS/LGS studies
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In the Biopharma industry, navigating M&A and licensing deals is challenging due to strict antitrust laws and shifting regulations. When these pressures create significant risks, nullifying or restructuring existing agreements can be the most rational and strategic response
In 2024, the termination of the $4.45B deal between Adaptimmune and Genentech became a major talking…
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Xbrane has signed an agreement with Alvotech to sell XB003 (Biosimilar, Cimzia) including related IP and parts of its organization, including 40 employees & laboratory equipment at ~$27.25M (~SEK 275M). The transaction closing is subject to approval from Xbrane's shareholders at the EGM on Apr 14, 2025, and FDI approval. Â
Xbrane will receive SEK…
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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…
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The recommendation was supported by the P-III studies (BE HEARD I and BE HEARD II) assessing the safety and efficacy of Bimzelx 1014 patients with PsA evaluating bimekizumab vs. PBO at week 16
Both trials met their 1EPs & 2EPs measured by HiSCR50 and HiSCR75 respectively at wk. 16. Clinical responses were sustained up…

