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AZ to Initiate Ph2 Dapa + Zibotentan Trial in Cirrhosis; Esperion’s BA Included in ACC’s ECDP Guidelines

Two cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: an AZ-sponsored Ph2 dapa + zibotentan combination trial in cirrhosis (ZEAL) has been observed (view CT.gov record); and Esperion announced the ACC’s ECDP guidelines now include bempedoic acid as an oral non-statin therapy to lower LDL-C. Below, FENIX provides context and insight on the respective news items.

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“Mass” Layoff at Beta Bionics?; Novo Initiates Ph3 Ozempic + Lower-Dose Glargine Trial; Novartis to Spin Off Sandoz; Lannett and Adocia CY Q2 ’22 Earnings Updates; Hygieia Appoints New CEO

A series of cardiometabolic-related updates have been observed: Beta Bionics has reportedly laid off an unknown number of employees (view LinkedIn post); a Novo-sponsored Ph3 trial evaluating Ozempic and lower-dose insulin glargine has been observed (SUSTAIN OPTIMIZE; view CT.gov record); Novartis announced plans to spin off Sandoz (press release); Lannett (press release) and Adocia (press release) released their Q2 ’22 earnings; and Hygieia announced the appointment of a new CEO. Below, FENIX provides context and insight on the respective news items.

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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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Novo Q2 ’22 London Earnings; Vertex and Amgen Q2 ’22 Earnings Updates

A series of cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: Novo Nordisk hosted its post-Q2 ’22 earnings (see previous FENIX insight on Q2 ’22 Novo earnings from August 3); Vertex (press release; slides), and Amgen (press release; slides) hosted their Q2 ’22 earnings calls. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights from the respective news items.

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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Mounjaro Off to an Impressive Start; Lilly Q2 ’22 Earnings Update

Lilly hosted its Q2 ’22 earnings call (press release; slides) and provided updates across its CVRM portfolio. During the call, Lilly discussed the impressive Mounjaro launch trajectory, disclosed plans to initiate an H2H tirzepatide vs. Wegovy obesity trial (SURPASS 5), and reviewed other CVRM pipeline assets. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights from the call, including a Mounjaro time-aligned launch analysis with Ozempic, Trulicity, Rybelsus, and Wegovy.

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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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Novo’s QW Insulin Icodec Meets Primary Endpoints in ONWARDS 3 and 4; AZ and Alnylam Q2 ’22 earnings updates; Better Therapeutics Meets Secondary Endpoint in BT-001 Pivotal Trial in T2DM

A series of cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: Novo announced topline results from the QW insulin icodec Ph3 ONWARDS 3 and ONWARDS 4 trials in T2DM; AZ (press release; slides) and Alnylam (press release; slides) hosted their respective earnings calls; and Better Therapeutics (BT) announced positive secondary endpoint results for its BT-001 pivotal clinical trial in T2DM and held an associated investor call (view webcast). Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective new items.

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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Dexcom G7 Delayed in US; Dexcom, Pfizer, Biocon, Sanofi, and Teladoc Q2 ’22 Earnings Updates

A series of cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: Dexcom (press release; slides), Pfizer (press release; slides), Biocon (press release), Sanofi (press release; slides), and Teladoc (press release; slides) hosted their respective Q2 ’22 earnings calls. Importantly, Dexcom disclosed the G7 FDA review has been delayed due to updates needed for the app. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights from the respective earnings calls.

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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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Lexicon’s Sota HF NDA Accepted by FDA in Patients With and Without T2DM

Lexicon announced FDA accepted the sotagliflozin HF NDA with a PDUFA date in May 2023. Importantly, Lexicon disclosed the filed indication includes a broad patient population for those with and without T2DM despite the SCORED and SOLOIST trials being conducted in patients with T2DM. Recall, Lexicon resubmitted the sota NDA in May 2022 after a voluntary NDA withdrawal in February 2022 due to an unintentional exclusion of supportive documents (previous FENIX insight). Below, FENIX provides brief thoughts on the sota standard review, including a potential savvy maneuver by Lexicon.

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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vTv Receives $10M Investment from CinPax, LLC; Oramed Reaches 50% Enrollment in Second Ph3 Oral Insulin Trial; Esperion Establishes Scientific Advisory Board

Three cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: vTv announced it received a $10M investment from CinPax; Oramed announced it has reached over 50% enrollment in its second Ph3 oral insulin trial in T2DM; and Esperion established a Scientific Advisory Board to support pipeline and LCM initiatives. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective new items.

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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Novartis and J&J Q2 ’22 Earnings Updates

Two cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: Novartis (press release; slides) and J&J (press release; slides) hosted their respective Q2 ’22 earnings calls. Below, FENIX provides 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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Tirzepatide up for CHMP Opinion; July 18-21 CHMP Agenda; Lilly Initiates QW Insulin T2DM MDI Trial (QWINT-4); UHC Eliminates Insulin OOP Costs

A series of cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: the CHMP agenda for this month’s meeting (July 18-21) has been released and it appears Lilly’s tirzepatide is up for an opinion; a third trial from Lilly’s Ph3 QW insulin program (BIF; LY3209590) has been observed (view CT.gov record); and UnitedHealthcare announced that starting January 1, 2023, it will eliminate out-of-pocket costs for certain preferred prescription drugs, including insulin and four medical emergency drugs. Below, FENIX provides 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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