Tag Archives: biologic medicines

Sandoz Advances Biosimilar Leadership with EU Introduction of Afqlir for Vision-Saving Retinal Conditions

(IN BRIEF) Sandoz has launched Afqlir®, its biosimilar to aflibercept, across Europe following European Commission approval in 2024. Equivalent in efficacy, safety, and pharmacokinetics to Eylea®, Afqlir® provides a lower-cost treatment option for serious retinal diseases such as nAMD, RVO, … Read the full press release

Roche to invest CHF 800 million to increase production capabilities for its biologic medicines

Investment to help meet rising demand for licensed biologics and expected pipeline growth Basel, Switzerland, 16-10-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) today announced plans to invest 800 million Swiss francs within its global manufacturing network to increase production … Read the full press release