Novartis Reports Topline P-III (RemIND) Trial Results on Remibrutinib in Chronic Inducible Urticaria (CIndU)

Shots: Novartis has reported the topline P-III (RemIND) trial data assessing remibrutinib (PO) vs PBO in adults with CIndU inadequately controlled by H1-antihistamines Trial met its 1EP for the three prevalent subtypes of CIndU, incl. symptomatic dermographism, cold urticaria, & cholinergic urticaria, delivering significantly higher complete response rates at Wk. 12 Additionally, Novartis has submitted…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 18, 2026

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Pfizer Reports P-III (BREAKWATER) Trial Cohort 3 Results on Braftovi (Encorafenib) Regimen for Certain Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC)

Shots: Pfizer has reported data from Cohort 3 of P-III (BREAKWATER) trial, assessing Braftovi (300mg, PO, QD) + cetuximab & FOLFIRI (n=73) vs FOLFIRI ± Avastin (n=74) in pts with previously untreated BRAF V600E-mutated mCRC In Cohort 3, the combination improved PFS as assessed by BICR, with OS showing meaningful prolonged improvement; ORR results were…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 18, 2026

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BMS Reports the US FDA’s NDA Acceptance for Iberdomide Combination in R/R Multiple Myeloma

Shots: The US FDA has accepted the NDA of iberdomide + daratumumab & dexamethasone (IberDd) for the treatment of pts with r/r multiple myeloma, with submission to be reviewed under Project Orbis (PDUFA: Aug 17, 2026) NDA was supported by the planned analysis of MRD negativity rates in the P-III (EXCALIBER-RRMM) trial assessing IberDd vs…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 18, 2026

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CStone Receives the US FDA IND Clearance to Initiate P-II Trial of CS2009 in Advanced Solid Tumors

Shots: The US FDA has granted IND Clearance to initiate P-II trial of CS2009 (PD-1/VEGF/CTLA-4 trispecific antibody) in pts with advanced solid tumors CS2009 is being evaluated in a P-II trial (currently enrolling) across Australia & China, spanning 15 cohorts to evaluate monotx. & combination regimens in 9 solid tumors, incl. NSCLC, colorectal cancer, TNBC,…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 17, 2026

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Henlius Reports the FDA IND Clearance to Initiate P-I Trial of HLX15-SC (Biosimilar, Darzalex Faspro)

Shots: The US FDA has granted IND clearance to initiate P-I trial of HLX15-SC, a biosimilar version of Darzalex Faspro (daratumumab), for the 1L treatment of multiple myeloma In Jun 2024, the P-I study of HLX15 (IV; Biosimilar, Darzalex) met its 1EP, demonstrating similar PK & comparable safety & immunogenicity to US, EU, & China-sourced…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 16, 2026

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PRN Pharmacal Receives the Full US FDA Approval for KBroVet to Control Seizures in Dogs with Idiopathic Epilepsy

Shots: The US FDA has granted full approval to KBroVet (potassium bromide chewable tablets) under NADA for the control of seizures associated with idiopathic epilepsy in dogs KBroVet offers benefits for dogs, incl. renal excretion via glomerular filtration for those with liver issues, once-daily dosing, & flavored, chewable tablets formulated specifically for dogs KBroVet has a…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 13, 2026

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Encora Therapeutics’ Encora X1 Gains the US FDA 510(k) Clearance for Essential Tremor

Shots: The US FDA has granted 510(k) clearance to Encora X1 to help relieve hand tremors in the treated limb during stimulation in adults with essential tremor Clearance was backed by a sham-controlled trial & a 90-day home-use study, both demonstrating improvements in tremor severity & functional tasks, supporting the device’s ability to assist with…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 13, 2026

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Ark Biopharmaceutical Receives the FDA IND Clearance to Initiate P-II Trial of AK3280 in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis

Shots: The US FDA has granted IND Clearance to initiate P-II PoC trial of AK3280 in the US for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) The P-II PoC trial will evaluate AK3280 (PO) vs PBO & an active comparator in IPF pts, aiming to generate key clinical data to support future regulatory filings &…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 12, 2026

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Labcorp Launches Elecsys pTau-181 Test to Help Rule Out Alzheimer’s Disease in the US

Shots: Labcorp has launched the Elecsys pTau-181 test to measure phosphorylated Tau 181 protein to help rule out Alzheimer’s-related amyloid pathology in individuals (≥55yrs.) The test delivers a 97.9% negative predictive value to help rule out Alzheimer’s pathology in symptomatic pts & offers a less invasive, more accessible alternative to brain scans or lumbar punctures…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 12, 2026

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Novocure Receives the US FDA Approval of Optune Pax with CT for Pancreatic Cancer

Shots: Approval was based on the P-III (PANOVA-3) trial assessing Optune Pax, a TTFields device used concomitantly with gemcitabine & nab-paclitaxel (n=285), vs CT alone (n=286) in 571 adults with locally advanced pancreatic cancer Trial improved mOS to 16.2 vs 14.2mos. in ITT, with 1yr. survival of 68.1% vs 60.2%. In mPP (198 received Optune…

ByRidhi RastogiFebruary 12, 2026

Novartis Reports Topline P-III (RemIND) Trial Results on Remibrutinib in Chronic Inducible Urticaria (CIndU)

Pfizer Reports P-III (BREAKWATER) Trial Cohort 3 Results on Braftovi (Encorafenib) Regimen for Certain Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC)

BMS Reports the US FDA’s NDA Acceptance for Iberdomide Combination in R/R Multiple Myeloma

CStone Receives the US FDA IND Clearance to Initiate P-II Trial of CS2009 in Advanced Solid Tumors

Henlius Reports the FDA IND Clearance to Initiate P-I Trial of HLX15-SC (Biosimilar, Darzalex Faspro)

PRN Pharmacal Receives the Full US FDA Approval for KBroVet to Control Seizures in Dogs with Idiopathic Epilepsy

Encora Therapeutics’ Encora X1 Gains the US FDA 510(k) Clearance for Essential Tremor

Ark Biopharmaceutical Receives the FDA IND Clearance to Initiate P-II Trial of AK3280 in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis

Labcorp Launches Elecsys pTau-181 Test to Help Rule Out Alzheimer’s Disease in the US

Novocure Receives the US FDA Approval of Optune Pax with CT for Pancreatic Cancer

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