[Asia Economy Reporter Ji Yeon-jin] Celltrion announced on the 15th that its biosimilar of Humira, a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis and other conditions, Uplyma (CT-P17), obtained final marketing authorization from the European Commission (EC) on the 11th (local time).



Uplyma (CT-P17) is the first biosimilar of Humira developed in a high-concentration formulation, and its marketability was enhanced by removing citrate, which can cause pain to patients. Sales in Europe will be supplied to 30 European Union countries through Celltrion Healthcare, which is responsible for overseas marketing and distribution of Celltrion products.


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