CHMP Positive On Pfizer's Adalimumab
As Accord Gets Nods For Azacitidine And Dexmedetomidine
Executive Summary
Pfizer’s Amsparity biosimilar adalimumab has been endorsed by the EMA’s CHMP as a rival to Humira. At the same time, Accord has received positive opinions for generic azacitidine and dexmedetomidine.
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