Celltrion Prepares Aflibercept For Phase III

Follows In Footsteps Of Denosumab, Omalizumab And Ustekinumab Biosimilars

Celltrion has announced that its latest biosimilar development project is progressing to Phase III trials, with its aflibercept rival to Eylea following recent advances for the Korean firm’s denosumab, omalizumab and ustekinumab candidates.

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The Eylea rival is the latest Phase III trial to fall into place for Celltrion • Source: Shutterstock

Celltrion has announced that its CT-P42 proposed biosimilar to Eylea (aflibercept) has entered Phase III trials. A study on the efficacy, safety, pharmacokinetics and immunogenicity of its version in diabetic macular edema patients across 13 countries due to complete by the second half of 2022.

The move forms part of the Korean firm’s strategy of launching a new biosimilar each year to 2030.

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