Gene Therapies: ‘Trivial’ Changes Will Not Be Rewarded With Orphan Drug Designation And Exclusivity

For two gene therapies with the same transgenes and/or vectors but different promoters, the US FDA’s ‘sameness’ determination under the orphan drug regulations will consider whether that difference has any impact on product activity, the agency's Wilson Bryan says.

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US FDA is explaining its view on 'sameness' determinations for gene therapies. • Source: Shutterstock

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