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Amgen’s Stelara Biosimilar Produces Positive Phase III Results

Firm’s ABP 654 Ustekinumab Candidate Is Also Being Lined Up For Interchangeability

 
• By Dave Wallace

Amgen has reported positive preliminary results from a Phase III study for its ABP 654 proposed ustekinumab biosimilar rival to Stelara, for which the firm also intends to pursue an interchangeability designation.

Amgen offices at Cambridge Science Park
Amgen has announced progress on its ustekinumab candidate • Source: Alamy

Amgen has reported positive preliminary efficacy and safety data from a Phase III trial for its ABP 654 proposed biosimilar version of Stelara (ustekinumab) in adult patients with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.

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