From BTK inhibitors in multiple sclerosis to candidates aiding cancer cell death, Merck KGaA is focusing on its first-in-class pipeline which it expects to make a significant impact from 2025.
Merck KGaA is homing in on five candidates with first-in-class (FIC) potential across a range of therapeutic areas and stages ahead of an anticipated market boost in 2025.
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