Sandoz receives eighth European Commission approval for a biosimilar with Ziextenzo® (pegfilgrastim)

  • Biosimilar Ziextenzo® (pegfilgrastim), a long-acting version of supportive oncology medicine filgrastim, is now approved for use in all reference medicine indications [1]
  • Ziextenzo is indicated to reduce duration of neutropenia / incidence of febrile neutropenia, some of the most serious side effects of chemotherapy [2]
  • Sandoz demonstrates commitment to making access happen for patients with eight biosimilars approved in EU, including five in last 18 months

Holzkirchen, November 27, 2018 – Sandoz, a Novartis division …

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Sandoz and Pear Therapeutics announce launch of reSET® for treatment of patients with Substance Use Disorder

  • reSET® is the first and only FDA-authorized prescription digital therapeutic for Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
  • Adding reSET to outpatient therapy significantly improved abstinence in substances of abuse and treatment retention compared to standard of care alone
  • Sandoz and Novartis continue to embrace digital technologies to enhance R&D and deliver better outcomes for patients

Holzkirchen, November 19, 2018 – Sandoz, a Novartis division, and Pear Therapeutics, Inc., announced today the commercial launch …

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Sandoz commits to practical and scalable solutions to combat growing global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR)

  • Antibiotics are the cornerstone of modern medicine, but AMR represents an increasingly serious threat to global public health1
  • Sandoz, as the world’s leading provider of high-quality antibiotics, is committed to playing a key role in efforts to balance improved access and responsible use2
  • Focus is on driving practical, scalable on-the-ground solutions across four key areas, to help make a true impact and contribute to agreed global goals3

Holzkirchen, November 7, 2018 – …

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Sandoz decides not to pursue US biosimilar rituximab; will focus on robust biosimilar portfolio for unmet access and sustainability needs

  • Decision follows FDA request for additional information to complement submission for biosimilar rituximab
  • Sandoz stands behind safety, efficacy and quality of our biosimilar rituximab, which is already approved in EU, Switzerland, Japan and Australia
  • With seven biosimilars already approved globally, Sandoz will focus on progressing robust pipeline to enable early and expanded patient access and healthcare savings  

 

Holzkirchen, Germany, November 2, 2018 — Sandoz, a Novartis division and the pioneer and global …

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