Sanofi, Regeneron Seek Fast-Track Reviews From EMA
Speedy Evaluations Requested For Avalglucosidase Alfa And Evinacumab
Executive Summary
EU sponsors of two investigational drugs – one to treat the rare genetic Pompe disease and the other for patients with severe inherited form of high cholesterol – have requested a speedy review of their respective marketing applications.
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