Can Erbitux Make Inroads In First-line Colon Cancer With Approved Companion Dx In Tow?
This article was originally published in The Pink Sheet Daily
Executive Summary
Erbitux wins FDA approval for first-line metastatic colorectal cancer negative for KRAS mutations detected with a companion diagnostic specifically approved for the drug. In theory, earlier use could help shore up sales. But the drug faces a tough competitor in the dominant Avastin and new products are on the near horizon.
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