Today, FDA posted a label for Lyumjev (ultra-rapid lispro) in the Drugs@FDA database ahead of a Lilly press release (see direct link here to the label in PDF). FENIX will have a full label analysis in the coming days.
Today, nine diabetes-related news items were observed: Trulicity, Ozempic, Afrezza, Libre, Control IQ, and Onduo RWE data were presented at ADA 2020 as well as new data from Lexicon (sota T2DM Ph3 CKD), vTv (Ph2 Simplici-T1), and Zealand (V-Go patch pump). Below, FENIX provides context and analysis for the announcements.
Yesterday, President Trump announced a new plan to reduce the monthly cost of insulin to no more than $35 for people on Medicare Part D. The plan, which is scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2021, is being supported by Lilly, Novo Nordisk, and Sanofi. Following the announcement, Lilly’s CEO, Dave Ricks, issued a statement lauding the new savings model, saying it “fills a critical gap that remained in the system.” Below, FENIX provides thoughts on the new plan in the context of the overall US drug pricing debate.
A series of diabetes-related news items have been observed: Novo Nordisk launched a new social responsibility campaign called “Defeat Diabetes”; Diamyd announced DiAPREV-IT 2 topline results; and Senseonics announced the launch of the Eversense NOW remote monitoring app for Android users. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insight for the respective news items.
Biocon hosted its CY Q1 ’20 (FY Q4 ’20) earnings call and provided brief updates on its biosimilar insulin development programs. Unsurprisingly, there were many analyst questions focusing on pricing strategy and interchangeability for bs-glargine, although Biocon’s senior management were reluctant to provide details. Below, FENIX provides highlights from the earnings call as well as brief thoughts on what approval for interchangeability in the US may look like.
Several diabetes-related news items have been observed: Nemaura Medical’s CEO provided an interview regarding the company’s H2H CGM study, saying that the CGM used was Abbott’s Libre, Lifescan announced a partnership with Noom to pilot a digital diabetes and weight loss management program, and DarioHealth hosted its Q1 ’20 earnings call. Below, FENIX provides updated perspective on Nemaura’s CGM in light of the recent CEO interview, thoughts on the Lifescan/Noom collaboration, and highlights from the Dario earnings call.
Novo Nordisk hosted its post-Q1 ’20 earnings roadshow event. Additionally, Xeris, Teva, and Becton Dickinson held their respective Q1 ’20 earnings calls. Teva did not discuss its generic liraglutide nor did BD discuss the status of its T2DM patch pump. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights from the respective earnings calls.
Livongo, MannKind, and Lannett each hosted their Q1 ’20 earnings call and provided updates to their respective businesses. Senseonics also announced positive coverage decisions from three BCBS plans. Importantly, Lannett said it believes it can file their bs-glargine with FDA as early as 2022. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights from the calls.
Novo Nordisk hosted its Q1 ’20 earnings call (press release; slides) and provided updates to its diabetes business including the ongoing launch of Rybelsus (oral semaglutide) and new Ph2 semaglutide NASH topline data. Unsurprisingly, much of the Q1 ’20 prepared remarks and Q&A were focused on NASH. Below, FENIX provides highlights from the call and additional thoughts on Novo’s PCSK9i/basal insulin hybrid approach.
According to the CHMP meeting highlights, Sanofi’s bs-aspart has received a positive CHMP opinion. Of note, the Invokana/Vokanamet renal protection indication (CREDENCE) was not mentioned in the meeting highlights, suggesting additional questions were asked to the sponsor. Below, FENIX provides brief thoughts on the positive CHMP opinion for Sanofi’s bs-aspart.