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Linzagolix Gets Label Expansion into Endometriosis in Europe: Kissei
Kissei Pharmaceutical said on December 23 that Yselty (linzagolix), an oral GnRH receptor antagonist originated by the company, has been approved for an additional indication of endometriosis in Europe. Yselty is already available in five countries in the region through…
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