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AstraZeneca, Rare Disease Research Funding, IRA, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Inflation Reduction Act, Orphan Drug Act, Lynparza

Legal Skirmishes Erupt as AstraZeneca Delves into Battle Over Drug Pricing Reforms with IRA

Anika Sharma

As the clock ticks down to the eagerly awaited unveiling of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) list ...

Novo Nordisk, Obesity, Heart Failure, Wegovy, Semaglutide

Novo Nordisk’s Semaglutide Triumphs Again: A Heartfelt Victory in the Battle Against Heart Failure

Anika Sharma

In a remarkable turn of events, the pharmaceutical landscape witnesses Novo Nordisk’s semaglutide, a true star in its arsenal, claiming ...

Merck, Eisai, keytruda, Lenvima, Head and neck cancer,

Setbacks Continue: Merck and Eisai’s Ambitious Combo of Keytruda-Lenvima Stumble in Head and Neck Cancer Battle

Anika Sharma

In a somber development for the pharmaceutical world, Merck and Eisai find themselves facing yet another roadblock on their quest ...

Novartis, Biogen, Biosimilar, Tysabri, FDA Approval, Sandoz, Tyruko

FDA Approves Novartis’ Tyruko: Revolutionizing MS Treatment Landscape Amidst Legal Drama

Anika Sharma

Stepping onto the stage with a flourish, Novartis has secured a resounding victory against Biogen in the realm of pharmaceutical ...

Merck, PCSK9 Inhibitor, Clinical trial result, cardiovascular, MK-0616, Praluent, Repatha

Merck’s Bold Bet: 6-Year Study on Oral PCSK9 Inhibitor Dominates Phase 3 Program

Anika Sharma

In the ever-evolving landscape of pharmaceutical breakthroughs, Merck & Co. has set its sights on a pioneering endeavor that could ...

Pfizer, Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use, European Commission, Respiratory syncytial virus, Abrysvo, EC approval, Pfizer Abrysvo,

EC Approves Pfizer’s Abrysvo, Only RSV vaccine in EU for adults and infants

Anika Sharma

Pfizer has just received approval from the European Commission (EC) for its groundbreaking vaccine, Abrysvo. This vaccine, targeting the respiratory ...

Cabometyx, pancreatic cancer, Clinical trial results, Exelixis, Neuroendocrine Tumors

Exelixis Celebrates Early End to Cabometyx Trial for Neuroendocrine Tumors due to Remarkable Efficacy

Anika Sharma

Exelixis, a drug developer, recently halted a cancer trial involving Cabometyx, their tyrosine kinase inhibitor, due to an overwhelming display ...

Akebia Therapeutics, Vadadustat, NDA resubmission, Anemia in chronic kidney disease, complete response letter

Akebia plans to resubmit vadadustat to FDA after rejection

Anika Sharma

After facing significant setbacks, including disappointment, a partnership setback, and an FDA dispute, Akebia Therapeutics has regrouped and is poised ...

Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Royalty Pharma, nadofaragene firadenovec, Bladder cancer, non-muscle invasive bladder cancer, Adstiladrin

Ferring Strikes $500M Agreement with Royalty Pharma for Innovative Bladder Cancer Gene Therapy

Anika Sharma

Royalty Pharma has carved a distinctive niche in the pharmaceutical landscape, specializing in identifying innovative products both pre- and post-approval, ...

Roche, KRAS inhibitor, KRAS mutation, Amgen, Mirati Therapeutics, Divarasib, NSCLC

Roche’s Latest KRAS Data Shows Promise Against Amgen and Mirati, Yet Verdict Remains Uncertain

Anika Sharma

Roche has presented compelling new data showcasing its KRAS inhibitor, divarasib, as a potential contender against rivals Amgen and Mirati. ...

Dräger, Oxylog 2000, Oxylog 3000, Pediatric ventilators, FDA

Dräger Faces FDA Class I Recall on Carina Ventilators Due to Contaminant Concerns

Anika Sharma

Dräger, a German medical device manufacturer, is grappling with its fourth Class I recall by the FDA this year, this ...

Pfizer, Vaccination, Group B streptococcus, streptococcus vaccine, Maternal vaccine

Pfizer’s Approach to GBS Vaccine Approval Hinges on Immunogenicity Study

Anika Sharma

Amid the complexities of conducting an efficacy study for a group B streptococcus (GBS) vaccine, Pfizer’s lead vaccine executive is ...

Amgen, Horizon Therapeutics, Federal Trade Commission, M&A

Amgen challenges FTC’s bid to block $28B Horizon deal

Anika Sharma

Amid the ongoing legal battle with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over its $28 billion acquisition of Horizon Therapeutics, Amgen ...

ReCor Medical, Hypertension, Medtronic, FDA

FDA Advisors Favor Otsuka’s ReCor and Express Reservations on Medtronic’s Renal Denervation Therapies

Anika Sharma

During a two-day-long FDA meeting, a panel of advisors deliberated over competing proposals for novel renal denervation therapies, ultimately granting ...

Roche, Horizon Therapeutics, Takeda, AstraZeneca, Octapharma

Horizon Surpasses Roche in Rare Disease Reputation, While Pfizer’s Standing Declines

Anika Sharma

Horizon Therapeutics continues to collect accolades as it progresses toward its acquisition, with rare disease organizations now recognizing its excellence. ...

Cellares, Bristol Myers Squibb, CAR-T, CDMOs, Contract development and manufacturing organizations

Cellares Announces $255M Investment Round with Bristol Myers Squibb Among Key Investors

Anika Sharma

Cellares, a pioneering cell therapy manufacturer based in South San Francisco, has introduced a unique concept in the industry with ...

Roche, Lung Cancer, TIGIT, Tecentriq, tiragolumab, Clinical trial results, NSCLC

Roche Unveils Interim TIGIT Overall Survival Data Following Unintended Release, Triggering Surge in Stocks

Anika Sharma

An unexpected revelation has provided the world with a sneak peek into Roche’s highly anticipated TIGIT data. Roche, which had ...

Mallinckrodt, Opioid, Settlement, Bankruptcy

Following $1.7B Opioid Settlement, Mallinckrodt Prepares for Second Round of Bankruptcy Proceedings

Anika Sharma

In a recent development, Mallinckrodt has formally announced its decision to initiate another round of bankruptcy proceedings, marking its second ...

Agenus, balstilimab, CTLA-4/PD-1, botensilimab, AGEN2373, AGEN1571, AGEN1423

Agenus Shifts Focus to CTLA-4/PD-1 Combo Treatment, Implementing Layoffs and Pipeline Refinement

Anika Sharma

Agenus, an immuno-oncology firm, is reshaping its strategy to prioritize its CTLA-4/PD-1 combo treatment while temporarily redirecting its unpartnered programs. ...

Novartis, Bristol Myers Squibb, Layoffs, Novartis Layoff, Job cuts

Novartis Announces New Round of Layoffs at US Headquarters Following Earlier Job Cuts

Anika Sharma

Novartis, a Swiss pharmaceutical giant, is set to undergo another round of job cuts at its U.S. headquarters in East ...

Boehringer Ingelheim, IRA, Inflation Reduction Act, US Chamber of Commerce and the federal government

Boehringer Ingelheim Enters Legal Fray Against Inflation Reduction Act, Citing Constitutional Concerns

Anika Sharma

The legal battle surrounding the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has intensified as pharmaceutical giant Boehringer Ingelheim joins the ranks of ...

FDA Warning, Exeltis, Birth Control, Untitled letter, Social Media Post

FDA Rebukes Exeltis Over Misleading Social Media Post for Birth Control Pill Slynd

Anika Sharma

Exeltis, a pharmaceutical company, has come under sharp criticism from the FDA for a sponsored social media post promoting its ...

Novo Nordisk, Wegovy, Diabetes, Obesity, Ozempic

Novo Nordisk Turns to Thermo Fisher for Production Aid with Obesity Drug Wegovy Amid Catalent Challenges

Anika Sharma

Novo Nordisk Struggles to Keep Up with High Demand for Wegovy, Enlists Thermo Fisher to Boost Production Amid soaring demand ...

Gilead Sciences, HIV Epidemic, AIDS crisis, Gilead California

Gilead’s $100M COMPASS Initiative Shifts Course of the HIV Epidemic

Anika Sharma

Gilead Sciences is pausing to reflect on its $100 million commitment to combat the HIV/AIDS crisis in the southern United ...

Apellis Investigates Needle Issues Amid Search for Syfovre's Side Effect Origins

Apellis Investigates Needle Issues Amid Search for Syfovre’s Side Effect Origins

Anika Sharma

Apellis, a pharmaceutical company, is zeroing in on a possible source of a rare but severe side effect associated with ...

GSK, Shingles vaccine, Shingrix, Recombinant zoster vaccine

Shingrix Maintains Perfect Score in GSK’s Shingles Vaccine Trial in China

Anika Sharma

In October of the previous year, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) unveiled an ambitious strategy to double its presence in the Chinese market ...

Elil Lilly, Retevmo, Thyroid Cancer, Roche, RET-driven cancers, Gavreto

Eli Lilly Sets Example for Roche with Positive Retevmo Results in Thyroid Cancer, Highlighting Feasibility of Trial

Anika Sharma

Just a few weeks ago, Roche had expressed doubts about the feasibility of a Phase 3 study involving its RET ...

Pfizer, Abrysvo, Maternal RSV Vaccine, RSV, GSK, Beyfortus, Arexvy

Pfizer’s Abrysvo Achieves Landmark as First Maternal RSV Vaccine to Safeguard Newborns

Anika Sharma

Pfizer’s Abrysvo has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by becoming the first vaccine to safeguard newborns against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) ...

Teva Pharmaceuticals, Glenmark, Patent settlement, Generics, US Department of Justice

Teva and Glenmark Agree to $255M Settlement with DOJ in Price-Fixing Case

Anika Sharma

Teva and Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, implicated in a price-fixing scheme, are facing substantial penalties and divestiture mandates after reaching a deferred ...

Medtronic, layoff, Medical device, Medtronic revenue growth, Medtronic layoffs,

Medtronic’s Layoffs Earlier This Year Propel Broad-Based Revenue Growth

Anika Sharma

Medtronic Commences FY2024 with Encouraging Single-Digit Sales Growth Across Divisions Following Strategic Cost Reduction Measures Medtronic, a prominent player in ...