Competitive Analysis Archives

May 18, 2017

Published by Preeti Parikh at May 18, 2017

The Clot War Continues

For more than half a century, patients with Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation (NVAF) have been using vitamin K antagonist (Warfarin) to prevent stroke and thromboembolism. Warfarin has proved to be effective, however, it comes with its own baggage of side effects. The use of warfarin is limited due to risk of […]

April 3, 2017

Published by Richa Agrawal at April 3, 2017

Combating biosimilars – Rituxan

The Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee (ODAC) of FDA has unanimously recommended approval of subcutaneous (SC) rituximab for the treatment of patients with certain blood cancers. A final approval to this effect is expected by June 26, 2017 (Official Announcement). The approval of SC formulation certainly has its benefits such as, […]