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Spevigo Becomes First Treatment Option for Generalized Pustular Psoriasis Flares

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GPP occurs in individuals with specific gene variations as it is a genetic disease , and variations in the genes IL36RN and AP1S3 are known to cause it. The novel, selective monoclonal antibody spesolimab behind Spevigo reduces flares in individuals by inhibiting interleukin-36 (IL-36) signalling.

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Sanofi wagers $400m on miRecule muscular dystrophy therapy

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Sanofi has added to its rare disease pipeline by licensing an antibody-RNA conjugate (ARC) for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), a genetic muscle disorder, from US biotech miRecule. The aim will be to identify promising candidates in areas of “unmet patient need.”

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