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AstraZeneca’s Enhertu Gains EU Approval Recommendation for Breast Cancer Treatment

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  • AstraZeneca’s Enhertu is recommended for EU approval for HER2-low breast cancer.
  • The CHMP recommendation marks a shift in treatment for metastatic breast cancer patients.
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AstraZeneca’s Enhertu Gains EU Approval Recommendation for Breast Cancer Treatment

The latest announcement is out from AstraZeneca ( (GB:AZN) ).

AstraZeneca, in collaboration with Daiichi Sankyo, announced that their drug Enhertu has been recommended for approval in the EU for treating patients with HER2-low or HER2-ultralow metastatic breast cancer, based on the DESTINY-Breast06 Phase III trial results. This recommendation by the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) marks a significant advancement in breast cancer treatment, offering a new HER2-directed therapy option for patients who have progressed on endocrine therapy, potentially improving outcomes and shifting current treatment paradigms.

More about AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines, primarily for the treatment of diseases in oncology, cardiovascular, renal & metabolism, and respiratory & immunology. The company is known for its innovative approach in the pharmaceutical industry and has a strong market presence worldwide.

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