Ipsen Pleased With Iqirvo Launch And Plots More Deals

The Paris-headquartered group has been reflecting on a solid performance last year.

David Loew
David Loew • Source: Ipsen

Ipsen is making good progress in reducing its reliance on the acromegaly and neuroendocrine tumour blockbuster Somatuline, according to CEO David Loew who has heralded the launches of two rare disease drugs, Bylvay and Iqirvo.

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