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Amgen Inc. (NASDAQ: AMGN) is a leading American multinational biopharmaceutical company, established in 1980 and headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California. As one of the largest independent biotechnology companies globally, Amgen specializes in discovering, developing, manufacturing, and delivering innovative human therapeutics. The company focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its expertise in advanced human genetics to develop solutions that dramatically improve people's lives.
Amgen's portfolio includes a range of flagship drugs such as red blood cell boosters Epogen and Aranesp, immune system enhancers Neupogen and Neulasta, and treatments for inflammatory diseases like Enbrel and Otezla. Additionally, the company has a strong presence in the oncology sector with products like Vectibix, Prolia, Evenity, and Kyprolis. Notably, the acquisition of Onyx Pharmaceuticals bolstered Amgen's oncology portfolio.
Recent launches include innovative therapies such as Repatha for cholesterol management, Aimovig for migraines, Lumakras for lung cancer, and Tezspire for asthma. In 2023, Amgen's acquisition of Horizon Therapeutics introduced several rare-disease drugs to its portfolio, including Tepezza for thyroid eye disease. Amgen also continues to expand its biosimilar portfolio, reinforcing its commitment to making advanced treatments more accessible.
Amgen's financial health is robust, with significant growth in revenues and product sales. The company's strategic partnerships and acquisitions have continually strengthened its market position. For instance, the recent Phase 3 SPROUT study demonstrated the efficacy and safety of Otezla in pediatric patients, highlighting Amgen's ongoing commitment to addressing various health needs. Furthermore, the company’s dedication to innovation is evident from its extensive pipeline of investigational drugs targeting various conditions.
Amgen has been acknowledged for its workplace culture and environmental initiatives, being named one of
LUMAKRAS (sotorasib) demonstrates significant progress in treating KRAS G12C-mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) according to results from the Phase 3 CodeBreaK 200 trial. At one year, 25% of patients on LUMAKRAS experienced progression-free survival (PFS) compared to 10% for docetaxel. Additionally, the objective response rate (ORR) was **28%** for LUMAKRAS versus **13%** for docetaxel. Fewer treatment-related adverse events were reported with LUMAKRAS, reinforcing its potential as a key treatment option. Amgen plans to submit these findings to global health authorities.
Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN) will present at the Morgan Stanley 2022 Global Healthcare Conference on Sept. 13, 2022, at 9:10 a.m. ET. CEO Robert A. Bradway will lead the discussion. The event will be webcasted live and accessible to the public. Recorded presentations and updates about Amgen can be found on their website under the Investors section. Amgen, a biotechnology leader since 1980, focuses on innovative therapeutics for serious illnesses, and is part of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and Nasdaq-100 index.
Amgen announced positive results from two Phase 3 studies of Otezla (apremilast) presented at the 31st EADV Congress. The SPROUT study showed significant efficacy in pediatric patients aged 6-17 with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, achieving a 33.1% response compared to 11.5% for placebo at week 16 (P<0.0001). The DISCREET study demonstrated improvements in adult genital psoriasis, with 38.7% achieving a clear response versus 19.1% for placebo (P=0.0003). Adverse events were consistent with Otezla's established safety profile.
Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN) will host a webcast for the investment community on Sept. 12, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. ET, during the European Society for Medical Oncology Annual Congress (ESMO). Dr. David M. Reese and Amgen's clinical team will discuss findings from the LUMAKRAS® (sotorasib) CodeBreaK 200 study in non-small cell lung cancer, as well as the Phase 1b expansion of LUMAKRAS with Vectibix® (panitumumab) in colorectal cancer. The webcast will be available to the media, investors, and the public, and archived for 90 days on Amgen's website.
Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN) will present at Wells Fargo's 2022 Global Healthcare Conference on September 8, 2022, at 9:45 a.m. ET. The presentation will feature David M. Reese, M.D. and Peter H. Griffith, executives of the company. A live webcast will be available to investors and the public, with archival access for 90 days. Amgen aims to improve health outcomes through innovative therapeutics, leveraging advanced human genetics. As a significant player in biotechnology, Amgen is included in the Dow Jones Industrial Average and Nasdaq-100 indices.
Amgen will present at Citi's 2022 Global Healthcare Conference on September 7, 2022, at 8:50 a.m. ET. David M. Reese, M.D., and Peter H. Griffith will represent the company. The presentation will be webcast live for the media, investors, and the public, with an archive available for at least 90 days post-event. Amgen is a biotechnology leader, focusing on innovative therapies and high unmet medical needs. The company is part of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the Nasdaq-100 index, recognized for its workplace culture and sustainability efforts.
Amgen announced that LUMAKRAS (sotorasib) met its primary endpoint of progression-free survival in the Phase 3 CodeBreaK 200 trial, outperforming standard treatment with docetaxel in patients with KRAS G12C-mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The study involved 345 patients who had previously undergone standard chemotherapy and checkpoint inhibitor therapy. Further data will be shared at an upcoming medical congress. LUMAKRAS is approved in over 44 global markets, addressing a critical need for effective treatments in this patient population.
Amgen (AMGN) announced promising results from the Phase 3 SPROUT trial for Otezla (apremilast) in children aged 6-17 with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. The positive outcomes will be shared at the EADV conference in Milan, Italy, on Sept. 7-10, 2022. Additional results from the Phase 3 DISCREET study on genital psoriasis will also be presented. Further highlights include analyses on rocatinlimab for atopic dermatitis. Amgen emphasizes its commitment to addressing treatment gaps for patients with autoimmune skin diseases.
Amgen presented new data on Repatha (evolocumab) at the ESC 2022, indicating a 20% relative risk reduction in major cardiovascular events and a 23% reduction in cardiovascular deaths for patients treated with Repatha compared to placebo. The Phase 3 FOURIER-OLE studies involved 6,635 patients and showed that 80% achieved LDL-C levels <55 mg/dL at Week 12. The long-term study confirmed the drug's tolerability over up to 8 years, underscoring the importance of early LDL-C lowering in reducing cardiovascular risk.
Amgen announced positive top-line results from the Phase 3 DAHLIA study, evaluating the efficacy of ABP 959, a biosimilar to SOLIRIS, in treating paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH). The study met its primary endpoints, showing no significant differences in controlling intravascular hemolysis when compared to SOLIRIS. ABP 959 demonstrated comparable safety and immunogenicity profiles. Amgen aims to work with regulators for potential market availability of this biosimilar, which is similar in formulation and administration to eculizumab, but is currently not commercially available.
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