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Humira Biosimilar Grabs European Panel Backing: Fujifilm Kyowa Kirin/Mylan
A Humira (adalimumab) biosimilar by Fujifilm Kyowa Kirin Biologics, a joint venture between Fujifilm and Kyowa Hakko Kirin, and Mylan has obtained a recommendation from a key European panel, with approval expected in October if all goes well. The two…
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