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High biologics demand spurs need for greater contract manufacturing

Pharmaceutical Technology

. “Biologics products may contain proteins that control the action of other proteins and cellular processes, genes that control production of vital proteins, modified human hormones, or cells that produce substances that suppress or activate components of the immune system.

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HPAPIs – Current Interest of the Pharmaceutical Industry

Roots Analysis

This has led to their widespread production and extensive use in the treatment of various indications including hormonal imbalances, oncological disorders and respiratory disorders. Antibody-Drug Conjugates: ADCs are monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) attached to surface antigens by chemical or a liable linker.

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PFIZER REPORTS STRONG FIRST-QUARTER 2021 RESULTS

The Pharma Data

Biosimilars, which grew 79% operationally to $530 million, primarily driven by recent oncology monoclonal antibody biosimilar launches of Ruxience (rituximab), Zirabev (bevacizumab) and Trazimera (trastuzumab) globally, as well as continued growth from Retacrit (epoetin) in the U.S.; Hospital products, which grew 10% operationally to $2.3