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Novo’s IL-6 Ph3 CVOT Posted to CT.gov; Additional Diamyd T1DM Vaccine Analyses

Two cardiometabolic news items have been observed: Novo Nordisk has initiated the Ph3 ziltivekimab CVOT (ZEUS) in 6,200 adults with established ASCVD, CKD, and systemic inflammation; and Diamyd announced the results from two new analyses on the meta-analysis dataset from the four previous trials evaluating the efficacy and safety of the Diamyd vaccine in T1DM. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items.

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

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Lannett CY Q2 ‘21 (FY Q4 ’21) Earnings Update

Lannett hosted its CY Q2 ’21 (FY Q4 ’21) earnings call in which it provided brief updates to its biosimilar glargine U100 and biosimilar aspart development programs. Of note, Lannett now anticipates filing the bs-glargine BLA in H1 ’23 (previously “later in 2022”) with a US launch planned for H1 ’24 (previously 2023). Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights from the call.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Ph3 Icosema Trial Observed; Novel T1DM Treatment Development; DIAGNODE-3 Trial Observed

Three cardiometabolic-related news items have recently been observed: Novo Nordisk initiated the first Ph3 icosema trial (COMBINE 3) evaluating icosema (QW insulin icodec + semaglutide) vs. basal-bolus in T2DM patients; Adhera Therapeutics announced an agreement with Melior Pharma for Adhera to license MLR-1023 (tolimidone) for the development of a novel T1DM therapeutic option; and Diamyd initiated a Ph3 trial (DIAGNODE-3) evaluating the Diamyd diabetes vaccine in recently diagnosed T1DM patients carrying the HLA DR3-DQ2 haplotype. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

|
President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Gvoke Kit Receives FDA Approval; Medtronic Q2 ’21 Earnings Update

Two diabetes news items have been observed: Xeris announced FDA approved the sNDA for Gvoke Kit (1mg/0.2 mL single-dose vial syringe kit); and Medtronic hosted its CY Q2 ’21 (FY Q1 ’22) earnings call. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights from the Medtronic call as well as thoughts on how Xeris’s decision to develop the Gvoke Kit was likely influenced by the channel mix.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

|
President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Lexicon and Amarin Present Data at ESC 2021

Two cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: Lexicon announced the presentation of additional analyses from the SOLOIST and SCORED Ph3 trials at the ESC 2021 Digital Experience; and Amarin announced the on-demand, Late Breaking Science Presentation at ESC 2021 of data from the prior MI subgroup analysis of its Vascepa/Vazkepa (icosapent ethyl) Ph3 REDUCE-IT study. Of note, the full ESC 2021 conference takes place August 27-30. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

|
President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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EMPEROR-Reduced Label Analysis

Last week, FDA approved Jardiance for the treatment of HFrEF (view updated Jardiance label here; previous FENIX insight). The approval was based on results from the EMPEROR-Reduced CVOT which was first presented at ESC 2020; previous FENIX insight). As a reminder, BI/Lilly will be presenting full results from EMPEROR-Preserved as a Hot Line session at ESC 2021 on August 27 at 11:25AM ET (view ESC session). Recall, in July 2021, BI/Lilly announced positive topline results from the Ph3 EMPEROR-Preserved trial, but it did not provide any information on the magnitude of effect (previous FENIX insight). Below, FENIX provides thoughts on the new Jardiance HFrEF indication, including a favors/disfavors analysis for the HF market.

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Jardiance EMPEROR-Reduced Approved by FDA

BI/Lilly announced Jardiance received FDA approval for the treatment of HFrEF based on results from the EMPEROR-Reduced CVOT. The indication from the updated label reads “to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death plus hospitalization for heart failure in adults with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction.” Of note, the approval comes ~3 weeks ahead of the projected PDUFA date (September 9, 2021). In June 2021, BI/Lilly received EC marketing authorization for Jardiance as a treatment for adults with symptomatic chronic HFrEF.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

|
President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Does Lifescan’s Expanded Partnership with Cecelia Health Signal a New Business Model to Set Up for an Acquisition by Livongo?

Lifescan and Cecelia Health announced the expansion of a multi-year partnership to offer users a fully integrated live telehealth service with the OneTouch Reveal app. Recall, Lifescan and Cecelia Health initially entered into the partnership in October 2020 starting with text-based coaching. According to the press release, Lifescan and Cecelia Health will launch a new, live Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (CDCES) telehealth service through the OneTouch Reveal app which will be fully integrated into OneTouch Solutions. Below, FENIX provides thoughts on Lifescan’s apparent new strategy to expand its business model beyond traditional PBM reimbursement to either remain competitive or become attractive as an acquisition target.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

|
President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Lyumjev Approved for Insulin Pump Use; Dario and Nemaura Q2 ’21 Earnings Updates; CHMP Agenda August 16-19

A series of cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: Lilly announced FDA approved Lyumjev for pump compatibility; Dario hosted its Q2 ’21 earnings call (press release); Nemaura Medical published its CY Q2 ’21 (FY Q1 ’22) business update (press release); and the CHMP agenda for this month’s meeting (August 16-19) has been released. Below, FENIX highlights and insights for the respective new items.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

|
President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Xeris Expanded Payor Coverage; Movano Q2 ’21 Earnings Update

Xeris announced it has reached a milestone for Gvoke payor coverage and Movano hosted its Q2 ’21 earnings update. Of note, Gvoke Medicare access has reached 91% and commercial insurance access is at 88%. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

|
President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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