October 1, 2014
A September 17 BioPharma article pointed out that almost all of the biosimilars currently approved have been developed using a third-party research organisation according to a survey from the Association of Clinical Research Organizations (ACRO). Read “Fastest Way to Biosimilar Approval? As the CRO flies” here.
April 2, 2014
ASBM member Global Healthy Living Foundation (GHLF), recently produced an educational video highlighting the need and importance of unique names for biosimilars. The video includes perspectives from Steve Marmaras of GHLF; Donna Cryer a prominent patient advocate who uses biologics; former FDA official Peter Pitts; as well as ASBM executive director Michael Reilly and RetireSafe […]
March 6, 2014
On February 25, ASBM held a forum to educate patient advocates, physician groups and members of its International Advisory Board on the complex issues related to biosimilars. The half-day forum entitled, “Ensuring Access to Safe Biosimilars: Policy Developments and Emerging Challenges” focused on the challenges facing world regulators including the U.S. Food and Drug […]
November 22, 2013
Dublin, Ireland – The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) today released the results of a new survey on European physicians’ views on biosimilar naming. ASBM Executive Director Michael Reilly presented the findings at the Drug Information Association (DIA) Biosimilars Workshop in Dublin, Ireland. The key findings showed that nonproprietary names matter to patient safety. […]
November 21, 2013
Dr. Dolinar discusses biosimilars with Seth Ginsberg of the Global Healthy Living Foundation on WFAS AM 1230 talk radio, Greater NYC. Listen here.
October 28, 2013
The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) executive director, Michael Reilly, was featured in a Globe & Mail video series on biosimilars. Mr. Reilly provides a global perspective on biosimilars, with a focus on why manufacturing matters. Globe & Mail is the national newspaper for Canada and this new online series will provide viewers with […]
October 28, 2013
The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) executive director, Michael Reilly, was featured in a Globe & Mail video series on biosimilars. Mr. Reilly provides a global perspective on biosimilars, with a focus on why manufacturing matters. Globe & Mail is the national newspaper for Canada and this new online series will provide viewers with […]
October 28, 2013
Allow ‘biosimilars’ in Pennsylvania These medications will improve health and cut costs The Pennsylvania Legislature is considering a measure to make sure patients have safe access to an important new class of drugs called “biosimilars.” If the bill passes, Pennsylvania will follow North Dakota, Oregon, Utah and Virginia in taking this critical legislative action. “Biosimilars” […]
October 22, 2013
ASBM Presents at WHO Meeting on Naming in Geneva Calls for Distinct Non-Proprietary Names to Ensure Patient Safety Geneva, Switzerland – The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) today presented at the World Health Organization’s (WHO) 57th Consultation on International Nonproprietary Names (INN) for Pharmaceutical Substances in Geneva, Switzerland. During his presentation, ASBM Chairman, Richard […]
October 22, 2013
ASBM Presents at WHO Meeting on Naming in Geneva Calls for Distinct Non-Proprietary Names to Ensure Patient Safety Geneva, Switzerland – The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) today presented at the World Health Organization’s (WHO) 57th Consultation on International Nonproprietary Names (INN) for Pharmaceutical Substances in Geneva, Switzerland. During his presentation, ASBM Chairman, Richard […]
