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Eisai Co Ltd

Eisai Co (4523 JP): Alzheimer’s Drug Gets FDA Approval; Focus Is Now on the Path Forward

353 Views09 Jan 2023 18:46
SUMMARY
  • Eisai Co Ltd (4523 JP) received speedy regulatory nod for Alzheimer’s drug LEQEMBI. Treatment with LEQEMBI should be initiated in patients with mild cognitive impairment or dementia stage of disease.
  • LEQEMBI will be available during or before the week of January 23, 2023. Eisai decided to price LEQEMBI at WAC of $26,500 per year to promote broader patient access.
  • Eisai has submitted a supplemental Biologics License Application to the FDA supporting the conversion of the Accelerated Approval of LEQEMBI to a traditional approval.
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