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Merck's Drug Shows Non-Inferiority to Roche's Lucentis in Late-Stage Trial

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What happened

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Merck announced that a drug it is developing to treat diabetic macular edema succeeded in a late-stage trial. The company stated that the drug, called remigromig, achieved 'non-inferiority' in visual acuity when compared to those given Hoffmann-La Roche's Lucentis. However, Merck also noted potential safety concerns, including higher rates of proliferative diabetic retinopathy, eye bleeding, and treatment discontinuations among those receiving remigromig.

From biopharmadive.com

Why it matters

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The successful trial data for remigromig is part of Merck's strategy to reach ambitious annual sales targets. The results introduce a new competitive option in the market, potentially challenging the established market position of Lucentis.

From biopharmadive.com

Who's involved

  • MerckDrug developer of remigromig and acquirer of the technology.
  • Hoffmann-La RocheManufacturer of Lucentis, the competitor product.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • MerckSpeculative

    Merck could leverage the successful trial data to expand its future revenue streams in the eye care market.

  • Hoffmann-La RocheSpeculative

    Hoffmann-La Roche might face increased competitive pressure on the market share of Lucentis.

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