Outlook Therapeutics® Announces Commercial Launch of LYTENAVA™ (bevacizumab gamma) in Germany and the UK for the Treatment of Wet AMD

Core Viewpoint - Outlook Therapeutics has launched LYTENAVA™ (bevacizumab gamma) for the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD) in Germany and the UK, marking a significant milestone as it is the first and only authorized ophthalmic formulation of bevacizumab for this condition in the European Union and UK [1][5][9] Company Overview - Outlook Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing ONS-5010/LYTENAVA™ to enhance the standard of care for retinal diseases [8] - The company has received centralized Marketing Authorization from the European Commission and the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) in the UK for LYTENAVA™ [5][8] Product Launch and Market Strategy - The commercial launch of LYTENAVA™ in Germany and the UK is supported by a strategic collaboration with Cencora to facilitate market access and distribution [4] - The company aims to ensure success in these markets and is preparing for additional launches across Europe later in 2025 and throughout 2026 [2] Market Context - Off-label repackaged bevacizumab is widely used in Europe and the US, with approximately 2.8 million injections annually in Europe and 2.7 million in the US for retinal diseases [3] - LYTENAVA™ has the potential to mitigate risks associated with the current off-label use of repackaged bevacizumab [3] Regulatory Status - In the United States, ONS-5010/LYTENAVA™ is currently investigational, and a Biologics License Application (BLA) has been resubmitted to the FDA [6][8] - In certain EU member states, ONS-5010/LYTENAVA™ must receive pricing and reimbursement approval before it can be sold [6]