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Contamination Risk Sparks a Recall of GSK, Scynexis Antifungal Drug
Scynexis said no adverse events or contamination problems have been reported for Brexafemme, an antifungal approved for treating vaginal yeast infections. The biotech said the risk of cross-contamination stems from the processes of the small molecule’s third-party manufacturer.
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GSK Strikes Another Antimicrobial Deal, Paying $90M for Scynexis’s Brexafemme
GSK acquired global rights to Brexafemme, a novel antifungal from Scynexis that is approved for treating vaginal yeast infections. The deal also gives GSK the chance to commercialize the drug in other indications.
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Payer’s Place: Dawn Maroney
Dawn Maroney, President, Markets of Alignment Health and CEO of Alignment Health Plan, to discuss how they are using technology to provide better service and care to consumers.
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Pfizer acquires Amplyx Pharma in bid to shore up its antifungal drug pipeline
Amplyx Pharmaceuticals brings Pfizer a clinical-stage antifungal candidate with a novel mechanism of action. The pharmaceutical giant is trying to build its antifungal product lineup, which is currently led by a drug that has lost patent protection.