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EMPEROR-Preserved Creates a Multitude of Complex Implications

Today, BI/Lilly presented positive full results from EMPEROR-Preserved, the heart failure outcomes trial (HFOT) for Jardiance in HFpEF. While the 21% relative risk reduction augmented the clinical utility of SGLT2i in HF, the lack of benefit in patients with a LVEF ≥60% was very surprising and opens up a multitude of implications and opportunities across CV medicine. Below, FENIX provides highlights, insights, and implications from EMPEROR-Preserved that are sure to make 2022 another dynamic year for the CV global landscape.

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Matthew Maryniak

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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.

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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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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.

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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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Lilly Q2 ’21 Earnings Update

Lilly hosted its Q2 ’21 earnings call and provided updates across its CV/Met portfolio, specifically for tirzepatide and Jardiance. Unsurprisingly, much of the call focused on donanemab for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease following FDA’s June 2021 approval of Aduhelm (aducanamab) for the same treatment. Of note, Lilly disclosed it intends to host an in-person investor event in December 2021 to provide pipeline updates and initial guidance. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights from the Lilly earnings call.

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Matthew Maryniak

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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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Lilly Acquires Protomer Technologies

Lilly announced the acquisition of Protomer Technologies for an undisclosed amount, although Lilly said the deal is valued at >$1B, including development and commercial milestones. For context, Protomer (view website) is a private biotech company developing novel drug therapies, including glucose-responsive insulin. Below, FENIX provides thoughts on the acquisition in the context of other glucose-responsive programs like Novo Nordisk’s.

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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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Why Lilly Will Terminate GGG; Lilly ADA 2021 Investor Update

Lilly hosted an ADA investor event in which the company covered tirzepatide, tri-agonist GGG, QW basal insulin, oral incretins, and a summary slide of Lilly’s CVRM R&D portfolio. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights from the event, including why GGG won’t progress beyond Ph2.

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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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ADA 2021 Key Press Releases (June 28)

On day four of ADA 2021, eight cardiometabolic-related news items were observed from Bigfoot, AZ, Mannkind, Medtronic, Senseonics, BI/Lilly, Sanofi, and REMD Biotherapeutics. Below, FENIX provides context and analysis for the announcements, including thoughts on how the ALT increases observed in REMD’s Ph2 volagidemab trial could spell disaster in Ph3.

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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 Dual Agonist T2DM Intentions Disclosed at ADA Investor Event; Lilly Could Pursue Hypo Claim vs. Degludec in QW Basal Ph3

Two cardiometabolic presentations from Novo Nordisk and Lilly have recently been observed: Novo hosted an ADA investor event and Lilly presented CGM data from the Ph2 QW insulin trial at ADA 2021. Below, FENIX provides insight on what Novo really hopes to accomplish vs. tirzepatide, and how Lilly may pursue a hypo reduction claim vs. degludec for its QW basal insulin.

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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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ADA 2021 Key Press Releases (June 27)

On day three of ADA 2021, five cardiometabolic-related news items were observed from Novo Nordisk, Lilly, Insulet, Beta Bionics, and Tandem. Below, FENIX provides context and analysis for the announcements.

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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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ADA 2021 Key Press Releases (June 25)

On the first day of ADA 2021, eleven cardiometabolic-related news items were observed from Medtronic, Lilly, AstraZeneca, CeQur, Abbott, Onduo, Glooko, Mannkind, ViaCyte, Glytec, and Akero. Below, FENIX provides context and analysis for the announcements.

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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