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Therapeutic delivery: industry update covering October 2018
1Consultant, Cambridge, UK.
Therapeutic Delivery
|February 8, 2019
Summary
The first biosimilar Humira versions launched in Europe. Digital health advancements include FDA-authorized genetic tests and new incubators, alongside progress in multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer's disease research.
Area of Science:
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Biotechnology
- Digital Health
Background:
- AbbVie's Humira patent expiry in Europe led to the launch of its first biosimilar versions.
- Advancements in digital health include FDA authorization for a genetic test assessing drug metabolization.
- Research presented at ECTRIMS and the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting highlighted progress in multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer's disease detection and treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an industry update for October 2018, covering key developments in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and digital health.
- To highlight new drug approvals, patent expiries, and research findings.
- To track the growth of digital health initiatives and their impact on patient care.
Main Methods:
- Information was gathered from company press releases, scientific literature, patents, and news websites.
- Key industry events and regulatory approvals were monitored.
- Research findings from scientific conferences were analyzed.
Main Results:
- First biosimilar versions of Humira launched in Europe.
- FDA authorized a 23andMe genetic test for drug metabolization assessment.
- Novartis expanded digital health activities with Novartis Biome incubator.
- Siponimod application filed for secondary progressive multiple sclerosis.
- Roche received FDA approval for an influenza antiviral and presented Ocrevus data for earlier MS treatment.
- Janssen received label extension for Invokana in diabetes.
- New research suggests potential for eye scans in early Alzheimer's detection and a novel drug delivery mechanism across the blood-brain barrier.
Conclusions:
- The pharmaceutical industry is experiencing significant shifts with biosimilar launches and strategic collaborations.
- Digital health is rapidly evolving, with genetic testing and incubators playing key roles.
- Progress continues in neurodegenerative disease research, offering new hope for patients with multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer's.
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