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European Pharmaceutical Review Issue 5 2023
EPR Issue 5 includes articles on microbiological testing of ATMPs, the use of inline Raman spectroscopy for bioprocess control, paediatric drug formulation, and more.
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FDA approves first Stelara biosimilar, Wezlana
The US FDA has approved Amgen’s Wezlana (ustekinumab-auub) as the first biosimilar to reference blockbuster drug Stelara (ustekinumab).
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Sustainable biosimilar competition in Europe: can it be achieved?
The Biosimilar Medicines Group has reflected on a new report by IQVIA that outlines factors for achieving sustainable levels of biosimilar competition in Europe.
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Navigating challenges in HPAPI development and manufacturing
12 October 2023 | By Thermo Fisher Scientific (Patheon)
HPAPIs now account for more than half of clinical small molecule NCE drugs. Learn from our experts how to overcome the most common challenges in HPAPI handling.
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Novartis completes Sandoz spin-off
As a newly independent company, Sandoz will concentrate on developing generic and biosimilar medicines, while its former parent company Novartis plans to drive its business forward with a strategic focus on innovative medicines.
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First multiple sclerosis biosimilar approved in Europe
Sandoz’s monoclonal antibody Tyruko® has been approved for all indications of reference medicine, as the first biosimilar to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) in Europe.
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CHMP’s September 2023 meeting highlights
In its September 2023 meeting, the EMA’s human medicines committee (CHMP) recommended nine medicines for approval and the extension of therapeutic indications for 11 medicines.
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Sandoz to commercialise mAb biosimilar candidate
A new commercialisation agreement between Sandoz and Samsung Bioepis’ for its ustekinumab biosimilar candidate, means Sandoz now has five potential high-value biosimilars anticipated to launch over the next two years.
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FDA grants first approval for multiple sclerosis biosimilar
Sandoz’s Tyruko (natalizumab-sztn) is now the first US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved biosimilar to Tysabri (natalizumab) injection for relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis.
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Sandoz to file for approval of aflibercept biosimilar
Sandoz intends to seek regulatory approval for its aflibercept biosimilar in the US and EU in the coming months.
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Adalimumab biosimilars shaping market, research states
GlobalData has shared research on how the loss of exclusivity of AbbVie’s Humira (adalimumab) is shaping the biosimilars market.
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Sandoz to build Slovenian biosimilar development facility
A planned investment of approximately $90 million will help build Sandoz’s new Slovenia-based biopharma biosimilar development facility by 2026.
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Pfizer and Samsung Biologics ink biosimilars manufacturing deal
Samsung Biologics has signed two long-term manufacturing agreements for Pfizer’s multiproduct biosimilar portfolio, worth $897 million.
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Sandoz to move headquarters to Basel, Switzerland
As Sandoz prepares to become standalone company, the generic and biosimilar firm has declared it will base itself in Basel, facilitating closer collaboration.
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European Commission approves haematology biosimilar
A marketing authorisation for a biosimilar to eculizumab has been granted by the European Commission for paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria.
