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Zoetis Gains CVMP Backing for Lenivia, Eyes EU Approval in Dog OA Pain
ZACKS· 2025-10-13 18:11
Key Takeaways Zoetis gained CVMP support for Lenivia, a monoclonal antibody for canine OA pain relief.Lenivia offers up to 3 months of pain relief with one jab and was well-tolerated in clinical studies.Lenivia will complement Librela, giving vets and owners both monthly and quarterly OA pain therapy options.Zoetis (ZTS) announced that the European Medicines Agency’s Committee for Veterinary Medicinal Products (CVMP) has issued a positive opinion for its investigational monoclonal antibody (mAb) therapy, Le ...
Upstream Bio Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Highlights Continued Progress
Globenewswire· 2025-08-06 11:00
Core Insights - Upstream Bio, Inc. is advancing its clinical development programs for verekitug, a monoclonal antibody targeting the TSLP receptor, focusing on severe respiratory diseases such as chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP), severe asthma, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) [1][2] Clinical Development Progress - The company is on track to report top-line data from the Phase 2 trial in CRSwNP in the third quarter of 2025 [1][5] - Enrollment in the Phase 2 trial for severe asthma was completed in June 2025, with top-line data expected in the first quarter of 2026 [1][5] - The first patient was dosed in the Phase 2 trial for COPD in July 2025, marking the entry into a third major respiratory indication [1][5] Financial Performance - As of June 30, 2025, Upstream Bio had cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments totaling $393.6 million, which is projected to fund operations through 2027 [6] - Research and development expenses for the second quarter of 2025 were $37.9 million, a significant increase from $14.1 million in the same period of 2024, primarily due to clinical and manufacturing costs related to verekitug [6] - General and administrative expenses rose to $7.4 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, compared to $4.0 million for the same period in 2024, driven by personnel-related expenses and professional service fees [7] Net Loss - The net loss for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, was $40.0 million, compared to a net loss of $14.7 million for the same period in 2024, largely due to increased operating expenses [8][16]
Scientist Dr. Akiko Iwasaki Joins SPEAR Study Group to Investigate Monoclonal Antibodies for Long COVID and COVID-19 Post-Vaccination Syndrome
Globenewswire· 2025-07-23 11:01
Core Insights - Invivyd, Inc. has announced the addition of Dr. Akiko Iwasaki to the SPEAR Study Group, which focuses on the biology and clinical implications of persistent SARS-CoV-2 spike antigen [1][2] - The SPEAR Study Group aims to assess the safety and exploratory efficacy of monoclonal antibodies in individuals suffering from Long COVID and COVID-19 Post-Vaccination Syndrome (PVS) [3][4] Company Developments - Dr. Iwasaki is recognized for her research on viral pathogenesis and post-viral chronic conditions, including Long COVID, and leads several studies related to these areas [2] - The SPEAR Study Group was established in response to reports suggesting symptom improvement in Long COVID patients following administration of PEMGARDA, a monoclonal antibody authorized for emergency use [3][4] - Invivyd is utilizing monoclonal antibody technology to provide therapeutic options for individuals affected by Long COVID and PVS [3][4] Product Information - PEMGARDA (pemivibart) is an investigational monoclonal antibody with demonstrated in vitro neutralizing activity against major SARS-CoV-2 variants [5][6] - VYD2311 is a novel monoclonal antibody candidate being developed to address the urgent need for new COVID-19 prophylactic and therapeutic options [11][12] - Both PEMGARDA and VYD2311 are engineered to target the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, aiming to inhibit virus attachment to human cells [5][12]