Novartis

(IN BRIEF) Roche has announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted its supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) for Xolair® (omalizumab) under Priority Review. The sBLA is for the reduction of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, caused by … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Novartis, a leading pharmaceutical company, presented its ‘pure play’ innovative medicines strategy and focused Research and Development (R&D) pipeline at an event in London. The company’s CEO, Vas Narasimhan, emphasized Novartis’ transformation into an innovative medicines-focused firm, highlighting … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The Sustainable Markets Initiative has awarded Orange the 2023 Terra Carta Seal, recognizing the company’s commitment to creating a climate and Nature-positive future. Orange has demonstrated its success in implementing high-impact, large-scale sustainability projects aligned with the Sustainable … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has reported positive interim results from its Phase III ALIGN study involving atrasentan, an oral endothelin A receptor antagonist, for the treatment of IgA nephropathy (IgAN). The study demonstrated that atrasentan significantly reduced proteinuria (excess protein in … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Sandoz Group AG, a Novartis spin-off, officially listed its shares at the SIX Swiss Exchange. With an opening share price of CHF 24.00, the market capitalization of Sandoz reached approximately CHF 10.3 billion. Sandoz’s issued share capital consists … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has announced successful results from its Phase III NETTER-2 trial involving Lutathera, a treatment for neuroendocrine tumors (NETs). When used as a first-line treatment in combination with long-acting octreotide, Lutathera significantly improved progression-free survival in patients with … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has confirmed its plans for a full Spin-off of its Sandoz business, with trading of new Sandoz Group AG shares and ADRs scheduled to begin on October 4, 2023. This comes after receiving shareholder approval and key … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Sandoz, a global leader in generic and biosimilar medicines, has successfully acquired the worldwide brand rights for the systemic antifungal agent Mycamine® (micafungin sodium) from Astellas. This acquisition bolsters Sandoz’s position in the global hospital sector and enhances … Read the full press release →

TOP-LINE DATA FROM REMIX-1 AND REMIX-2 STUDIES DEMONSTRATE SIGNIFICANT SYMPTOM IMPROVEMENT (IN BRIEF) Novartis has unveiled promising results from Phase III trials for remibrutinib, a potent Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor, targeting chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU). The REMIX-1 and REMIX-2 … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) H. Lundbeck A/S has announced the initiation of CEO succession, with Deborah Dunsire choosing to retire from her role as President and CEO. Charl van Zyl has been appointed as the new President and CEO, and Dunsire will … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Sandoz to commercialize six products exclusively in the US following distribution and collaboration agreement with Adalvo. The products are aimed at treating disorders that affect millions of people in the US each year, including antifungal/antibiotic, oncology, and pulmonary. … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The Conference Forum has announced that the 7th annual European Patients as Partners® in Clinical Research conference will take place in London on June 12-13, 2023. The event will focus on achieving greater representation in clinical research, building … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A study published in the European Heart Journal – Open has found that excessive salt intake is associated with clogged arteries of the heart and neck, which is linked with increased risks of heart attack and stroke. Atherosclerosis, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Sandoz, a global leader in generic and biosimilar medicines, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to build a new biologics production plant in Lendava, Slovenia, in a move expected to be worth at least USD 400 million. The … Read the full press release →

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) Gilbert Ghostine ha sido designado presidente designado de la nueva junta directiva de Sandoz, tras el anuncio de la junta directiva de Novartis. La nueva Junta Directiva de Sandoz se formará en la segunda mitad de 2023, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Gilbert Ghostine has been appointed as Chairman-designate of the new Board of Directors of Sandoz, following the announcement by Novartis Board of Directors. The new Board of Directors of Sandoz will be formed in the second half of … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Sandoz, a global leader in off-patent (generic and biosimilar) medicines, has signed an agreement to acquire worldwide product rights for leading systemic antifungal agent Mycamine® (micafungin sodium, Funguard® in Japan) from Astellas. This acquisition will reinforce Sandoz’s hospital … Read the full press release →

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) Sandoz, líder mundial en medicamentos sin patente (genéricos y biosimilares), ha firmado un acuerdo para adquirir los derechos de producto a nivel mundial del agente antifúngico sistémico líder Mycamine® (micafungina sódica, Funguard® en Japón) de Astellas. Esta … Read the full press release →