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Aflibercept Biosimilar MYL-1701P Provides Equivalence in DME Therapy

November 27, 2024

The study findings demonstrate that the aflibercept biosimilar MYL-1701P is as effective and safe as the reference aflibercept in treating diabetic macular edema (DME), offering a promising option for reducing treatment costs and improving global access to care for patients with DME.

Ocrelizumab Biosimilar Shows Equivalent Efficacy as Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

November 26, 2024

The phase 3 trial (NCT04966338) found that a biosimilar ocrelizumab candidate (Xacrel) was equivalent to Ocrevus in reducing the annualized relapse rate and showed comparable safety and efficacy in treating relapsing multiple sclerosis over 96 weeks.

The Rebate War: How Originator Companies Are Fighting Back Against Biosimilars

November 25, 2024

Few biologics in the US have multiple biosimilar competitors, but originator biologics respond quickly to competition by increasing rebates and lowering net prices, despite short approval-to-launch timelines for biosimilars.

How Early Adopters Are Shaping the Future of Biosimilars

November 24, 2024

Early adopters of biosimilars have paved the way for broader acceptance by sharing real-world success strategies, overcoming initial resistance, and highlighting best practices for integration and cost savings.

Boosting Health Care Sustainability: The Role of Biosimilars in Latin America

November 21, 2024

Biosimilars could improve access to biologic treatments and health care sustainability in Latin America, but their adoption is hindered by misconceptions, regulatory gaps, and weak pharmacovigilance, requiring targeted education and stronger regulations.

Eye on Pharma: EU Aflibercept Approvals; Biosimilars Canada Campaign; Celltrion Data

November 19, 2024

The European Commission grants marketing authorization to 2 aflibercept biosimilars; Biosimilars Canada launches new campaign to provide sustainable solutions to employers; Celltrion shares positive data for 2 biosimilars.

Breaking Down Biosimilar Barriers: Payer and PBM Policies

November 13, 2024

Part 2 of this series for Global Biosimilars Week dives into the complexities of payer and pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) policies, how they impact biosimilar accessibility, and how addressing these issues may look under a second Trump term.