The FDA accepted a biologics license application (BLA) for MYL-1402O, a proposed biosimilar to bevacizumab (Avastin), for review under the 351(k) pathway, according to Biocon Biologics and Mylan, the agent’s developer.
The BLA is seeking approval of MYL-1402O for first-line and second-line treatment of patients with metastatic colorectal cancer in combination with fluorouracil-based chemotherapy, as well as first-line use for patients with non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), recurrent glioblastoma, metastatic renal cell carcinoma in combination with interferon alfa, and persistent, recurrent, or metastatic cervical cancer.
A goal date under the Biosimilar User Fee Act (BsUFA) was set for December 27, 2020. The proposed biosimilar is currently available in India and other developing markets.
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