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> Novo Nordisk is touting the promising results of two late-stage trials of its experimental diabetes drug Degludec. Analysts estimate the Degludec franchise could generate more than $2 billion in annual sales. Story
> Gilead has halted a clinical trial of its lung drug ambrisentan after an interim analysis showed it was not effective for IPF. The news came as no great surprise. Article
> Cephalon says that J. Kevin Buchi has officially been named CEO in the wake of Frank Baldino's recent death. News
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And Finally... H. Lundbeck is wrapping trials of nalmafene, which could go on to become the first new treatment of alcoholism Europe's seen in 15 years. Report