Multinationals Score Three Out Four New China Priority Reviews
Executive Summary
Eight drugs from foreign multinationals, including Amgen’s Rapatha, Takeda’s Takecab, Sanofi’s Aubagio and UCB’s Cimzia, are among 12 products awarded priority new drug approval reviews in China under a scheme to speed up approvals and patient access that is also benefiting some domestic players.
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