Julianna Merten, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP, of Mayo Clinic provides an overview of growth factor biosimilars for pharmacists amid the pandemic.
In an educational program, Julianna Merten, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP, reviews changes in practice necessitated by coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and how these affect adherence to national guidelines for the appropriate use of oncology supportive care growth factor biosimilars. This interactive program entitled "Use of Oncology Supportive Care Biosimilars During COVID-19: Clinical Strategies for Pharmacists" features an emphasis on use of these agents for treatment of neutropenia, alternative approaches to care, and economic considerations. The program is available now thorugh July 15, 2021.
Enhancing Adoption of Infused Biosimilars for a Sustainable Future
October 30th 2024An IQVIA report highlights challenges to the sustainability of infused biosimilars in the US, citing rebate walls and reimbursement policies, and proposes key solutions to enhance adoption and benefits for all stakeholders.
Biosimilars Policy Roundup for September 2024—Podcast Edition
October 6th 2024On this episode of Not So Different, we discuss the FDA's approval of a new biosimilar for treating retinal conditions, which took place in September 2024 alongside other major industry developments, including ongoing legal disputes and broader trends in market dynamics and regulatory challenges.
Strengthening the Supply Chain: Key Insights From FDA Commissioner Dr Robert Califf
October 25th 2024At the GRx+Biosims conference, FDA Commissioner Robert Califf, MD, stressed the urgent need for data transparency in the global supply chain and the role of collaboration and artificial intelligence in ensuring the resilience of biosimilar and generic drug production.
FDA and Industry Experts Unpack Biosimilar Device Requirements
October 23rd 2024At the GRx+Biosims 2024 conference, a panel of industry experts and FDA officials discussed evolving device requirements for biosimilars and interchangeable biosimilars, highlighting new approaches to comparative use human factors studies, regulatory challenges, and alternative validation methods.