Zydus Q1: Novel Molecule Enters Phase I, Global Biosimilar Strategy To Shift?
Indian Firm Looking Forward To 505(b)(2) Sitagliptin Contribution
Zydus has begun Phase I trials for an anti-properdin drug in India while its sitagliptin franchise in US, distinct from Merck’s Januvia and Janumet, looks promising. Meanwhile MD Sharvil Patel says a biosimilars entry in developed markets is possible if certain conditions are met.
Zydus Lifesciences Limited is continuing to focus on novel molecules and biosimilars and initiated a Phase I study in India for an anti-properdin drug in the fiscal 2025 first quarter ended 30 June.
Managing director Sharvil Patel announced the trial without giving further details, but mentioned the approval of two oncology biosimilars in...