Exelixis's CABOSUN Rises For Cabometyx After Bristol's Opdivo/Yervoy Letdown

Exelixis's Cabometyx has been submitted for accelerated approval in first-line kidney cancer, adding to the drug's good news after disappointing interim Phase III results for the Bristol-Myers Opdivo/Yervoy combo.

Digital illustration of Cancer cell in colour background

Exelixis Inc. completed its submission of a supplemental new drug application (sNDA) for US FDA accelerated approval of Cabometyx (cabozantinib) in previously untreated advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) on Aug. 16, a day after the drug's competitive position was bolstered by disappointing interim Phase III results for Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.'s Opdivo (nivolumab) and Yervoy (ipilimumab).

South San Francisco-based Exelixis is seeking early approval for its tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) – which blocks MET, AXL and VEGF receptors – based on progression-free survival (PFS) results versus Pfizer Inc.'s Sutent (sunitinib) in the Phase II CABOSUN clinical trial. The difference in median PFS between the trial's two arms was statistically significant, whereas Bristol-Myers reported on Aug

Read the full article – start your free trial today!

Join thousands of industry professionals who rely on Scrip for daily insights

  • Start your 7-day free trial
  • Explore trusted news, analysis, and insights
  • Access comprehensive global coverage
  • Enjoy instant access – no credit card required

More from Strategy

More from Business