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Biogen Idec snags blockbuster approval for oral MS drug
Biogen Idec seized U.S. approval for its new oral multiple sclerosis drug, Tecfidera, already touted as a sure blockbuster.
Biogen Idec, Sanofi secure European nods for blockbuster MS hopefuls
Just days ahead of a big-time FDA decision on its oral multiple sclerosis pill, Biogen Idec grabbed the endorsement of a European Union authority for approval of Tecfidera as a first-line therapy.
FDA readies final decisions on four big biotech drugs
The budget cuts required by sequestration may have added a big question mark to every FDA deadline on the schedule, but there are four big developers holding their breath right now in anticipation of a formal marketing decision on their experimental drugs.
Teva tries to slow arrival of Biogen's competing MS blockbuster
With $4 billion of Copaxone revenue on the line, it's no surprise to find Teva waving a red flag to the FDA as Biogen Idec gets down to the regulatory wire with its closely watched competitor BG-12. The big generics company filed a petition with the FDA demanding an advisory committee meeting to inspect what it has called potentially "serious safety risks."
Why George Scangos deserves credit for Biogen's hot streak
Industry watchers argue that Scangos deserves kudos for the success of the biotech powerhouse since his tenure began, Forbes editor Matthew Herper writes in a feature on the chief executive's impact.
Novartis, Sanofi unveil data backing their rival MS pills
Novartis is touting a new data analysis suggesting that early treatment with its multiple sclerosis drug Gilenya can ward off relapses--and even prevent the loss of brain volume that often plagues MS patients. It's just one of the studies Novartis hopes will support increased use of its MS pill, the first oral therapy for the disease when it was launched last year.
Biogen, Sanofi and Novartis stoke oral MS drug rivalry with clinical data
Three contenders in the oral multiple sclerosis drug race have spotlighted their rival therapies this week. Biogen Idec, which revealed analysis from two Phase III studies of its blockbuster hopeful BG-12, is providing the new data points as the biotech heavyweight seeks approval of the oral med in the U.S. and Europe.
Blockbuster buzz: 15 top therapies in late-stage development
The Holy Grail of every big R&D organization on the planet remains finding and developing blockbuster drugs. Breaking into the 10-figure club can be a defining moment in any researcher's career. It may not make it on the tombstone--here lies John T. Researcher, he developed a billion-dollar therapy--but it would be an understandable desire. Despite rumors to the contrary, the blockbuster is far from dead. Here are 15 hopefuls that are alive and kicking >>
Blockbuster buzz: 15 top therapies in late-stage development
The Holy Grail of every big R&D organization on the planet remains finding and developing blockbuster drugs. Breaking into the 10-figure club can be a defining moment in any researcher's career. It may not make it on the tombstone--here lies John T. Researcher, he developed a billion-dollar therapy--but it would be an understandable desire to carve it in. Despite rumors to the contrary, the blockbuster is far from dead. Here are 15 hopefuls that are alive and kicking >>
Biogen Idec lays out a convincing blockbuster case for MS pill BG-12
Following fast on the heels of Sanofi's approval of the oral multiple sclerosis drug Aubagio, Biogen Idec has outlined its full pivotal case for BG-12--with an impressive set of efficacy and safety data that is likely to pave the way to a blockbuster approval before the end of this year.
