Drug Patent Watch

JANUARY 7, 2025

When educating elderly patients: Be patient and take extra time to explain concepts Use larger print materials for easier reading Address concerns about changes in pill appearance or packaging Communicating with Young Adults Younger patients may be more open to generic drugs but might lack knowledge about how they work. ” FDA.gov, 2021.

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RX Note

DECEMBER 25, 2024

However, with the proliferation of biosimilars and liposomal or pegylated forms, health care professionals are now encouraged to communicate using product name for certain circumstances (e.g. Few years back, doctors are urged to prescribe drugs by active ingredients.

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Express Pharma

AUGUST 4, 2023

Stephanie Wasco joins as Head of Communications – Advanced Markets to lead Corporate and Marketing Communications and Product Branding in Advanced Markets such as the US and Europe. The post Biocon Biologics announces key leadership appointments appeared first on Express Pharma.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

APRIL 1, 2025

A less robust schedule of external meetings and slower pace of publications of Guidance to Industry may further slow communication to sponsors who eagerly await information critical to inform their development programs.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

JUNE 15, 2023

Generic and biosimilar pharmaceutical company and Novartis subsidiary Sandoz announced its plan to accelerate patient access to biosimilars. In a 15 June statement, Sandoz said that it hoped the Act4Biosimilars action plan will provide actionable solutions to overcome barriers preventing patient access to biosimilars.

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Express Pharma

MAY 24, 2023

The first day of the conference mainly consisted of portfolio management topics where industry leaders like Dr Mukesh Kumar, Edward Coutinho, Dr Paras Vasanani and Pradeep Patni covered issues related to biosimilars, pipeline management and collaborative partnering process to manage the planning perspectives and uncertainties efficiently.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

JUNE 2, 2023

In a bit to challenge the market dominance of AbbVie’s Humira (adalimumab), the online pharmacy Cost Plus Drugs, owned by billionaire Mark Cuban has announced a plan to market Coherus Biosciences’ biosimilar Yusimry (adalimumab-aqvh), Cost Plus Drugs will be offering Yusimry at $569 per unit, excluding shipping and dispensing charges.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

JUNE 10, 2024

Below we highlight FDA’s views about best practices for BIMO inspection communications, handling requests for records, and inspection preparation and follow-up as outlined in the draft guidance. Communication Best Practices During a BIMO Inspection Provide timely and accurate responses to information requests.

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Pharmafile

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Celltrion has announced that it has finalised its submission of a biologics license application for the subcutaneous version of a biosimilar to anti-inflammatory medicine Remicade, to be submitted to the FDA. read more.

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Big Molecule Watch

JANUARY 10, 2025

As 2025 begins, we would like to reflect on last years regulatory developments in the biologics and biosimilars space. There were also 18 FDA approvals of biosimilar products , including 6 ustekinumab biosimilars and 5 aflibercept biosimilars in 2024 alone. Here are some of the top regulatory developments from 2024.

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Pharmacy Times

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The tool is designed to address the nocebo effect, which was a concern of prescribers and other health care professionals.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

to help identify and address efforts to block or delay generic drug and biosimilar competition,” but, given FDA’s ministerial role in administering the Orange Book and FDA’s insistence that it will not review patents before they’re listed, it is unclear what FDA role will play. Similar requirements would apply to BLA sponsors.

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pharmaphorum

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Promoting automatic substitution of, for example, biosimilars on formularies and registers could accelerate conversion to use of biosimilars, releasing significant financial savings. But in some areas of prescribing national leadership is needed to accelerate and support local systems’ medicines optimisation efforts.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

OCTOBER 24, 2023

By Dara Katcher Levy — Yesterday, FDA published a new Draft Guidance, “ Communications from Firms to Health Care Providers Regarding Scientific Information on Unapproved Uses of Approved/Cleared Medical Products Questions and Answers ” (SIUU Guidance or Draft Guidance).

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Eye on FDA

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Last month we looked at a review of FDA press releases for last year and as one might have expected, there was an enormous spike in communications as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Looking now to a review of enforcement by the Office of Prescription Drug Promotion (OPDP) in 2020, we see a different picture.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

JUNE 8, 2023

The pandemic had changed the way people live, work and communicate. Department of Health and Human Services declared the long-awaited end of the federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency. Such changes are not limited to personal circumstances. The pandemic also deeply impacted how industry and the government conduct their operations.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

APRIL 13, 2025

While we dont always see eye-to-eye with OPDP reviewers when determining whether a communication is false or misleading, weve always appreciated that their perspective is grounded in FDAs mission to protect the public health.

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PharmaState Academy

JANUARY 23, 2024

The subsequent discussion on the transformation of the pharmaceutical marketing industry delved into the current market landscape for biologics and biosimilars, emphasizing patient-centric approaches and stakeholder confidence in the brand. The branding of an antibiotic in a jam-packed segment” by Md.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Considerations include transparency regarding the data used to develop the change, comprehensive testing of the change, characterizing the performance of the device before and after the change, and plans in place for ongoing monitoring of device performance and communication of any unexpected changes in performance.

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Putting Patients First Blog

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Biosimilars and Generics The formulary inclusion of biosimilars and generics is essential in reducing the costs of medications for Medicare recipients. To enable lower cost medications, CMS would require that plan formularies prioritize access to biosimilars, generics, and affordable other alternatives.

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Putting Patients First Blog

JULY 27, 2023

NHC Events Provide Connection and Content July 27, 2023 By: Bhriana Smith, Senior Coordinator, Communications The National Health Council (NHC) has brought diverse organizations together to forge consensus and drive patient-centered health policy for more than 100 years.

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Pharma Marketing Network

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Add to that the competition from generics and biosimilars, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Tools like telehealth platforms, mobile apps, and digital detailing enable seamless communication with HCPs and patients. Why Digital Transformation is Essential Gone are the days when traditional marketing alone could suffice.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

JULY 31, 2023

For an emergency oral prescription, the prescribing practitioner must communicate the information to the pharmacist during the oral communication. codified at 21 C.F.R. Patient Request A patient may also request that their prescription for a schedule II substance be partially filled.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Regarding CDER’s ETP, the current ETP guidance document, originally published in 2017, will be updated by the end of 2026, and will include details on communicating the type of products and stages of development for which a requestor can approach the ETP.

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pharmaphorum

DECEMBER 9, 2022

To close, Ritchie compared the pharma example of the biosimilar filgrastim Zarzio, developed by Novartis Sandoz; its advert an exemplary exercise in asking the right questions. It’s not just about the first wave, Head said, but about communicating end-to-end through the entire process. A thought to grow green leaves, indeed.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The conference is also beneficial for consultants in the areas of advertising, public relations, law, and marketing communications.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

MARCH 7, 2024

As another example, both documents note the possibility that if FDA has safety information relevant to an ongoing study, it may request that the sponsor confirm that the DMC is aware of that safety data and is taking it into consideration, or “request that the sponsor arrange for FDA to communicate with, or even meet with, the DMC.”

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PharmaState Academy

JULY 23, 2023

This knowledge will enable them to effectively communicate with doctors, patients and caregivers. It involves techniques that prioritize empathy, personalization, and delivering a human touch in marketing communications. To manage such conditions there will be dominance of biopharmaceutical products and biosimilars.

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PharmaState Academy

MAY 1, 2023

Communicate with patients and caregivers-at-home in a simple language Communicate with patients and caregivers-at-home in a very simple manner. which sells sophisticated products using simple communication. a pharmaco strong in biopharmaceuticals or biosimilars can work closely with banks. Do not be myopic.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Instead, the focus remains on its domestic industry, particularly around biosimilars, while reducing reliance on imports and branded pharmaceuticals. While Brazil remains a high-growth market, investment in innovative pharmaceuticals is still limited. Please check your email to download the Whitepaper.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

AUGUST 11, 2024

Even in a CFL world, these presentations likely fall short of the SASS standard where the communication “ relies on a study that is inadequate to support the representations or suggestions it presents [and] disclosure of the material limitations of that study does not correct the misleading message conveyed by the communication.”

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

APRIL 30, 2024

The draft guidance attempted to clarify when a Sponsor’s question may be more appropriate for more informal communication. The PMA Day 100 meeting may be used to discuss clarifying questions about Major Deficiencies and preliminary approaches for a response.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

MAY 10, 2023

Second, the prescription must be issued pursuant to a communication between a practitioner and a patient using an interactive telecommunications system referred to in CMS requirements for telemedicine services set forth at 42 C.F.R.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

JULY 10, 2023

FDA communicates via a Substantive Interaction to inform the submitter either that FDA will proceed with Interactive Review or that the 510(k) will be placed on hold until FDA receives a complete response to an Additional Information request. By Day 15 FDA conducts Acceptance Review. By Day 60 FDA conducts Substantive Review.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

APRIL 25, 2023

The technological characteristics in this context may cover a wide range of device functions, for instance, monitoring features, stimulation parameters, and communications with healthcare providers. It applies whether the software is the entire device (i.e., Software in a Medical Device, or SiMD).

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Her expertise includes preparation and maintenance of licensing documentation, communications with state boards and government agencies, conducting research, and the preparation of associated licensing documentation and applications.

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

MARCH 21, 2024

Furthermore, as part of their internal communications about marketing practices, companies are advised that employees who review their own company’s products must disclose their employment.

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