Shots:
- The P-IIIb C-OPTIMISE study assessing Cimzia (200mg, q2w with a loading dose of 400mg @ 0, 2 & 4wks.) vs PBO during 48wks. open-label induction period in adults with early active axSpA. At 48wks., patients in sustained remission (ASDAS <1.3 @wks. 32/36 & 48) were randomized to Cimzia 200mg, q2w (full maintenance dose) & 200mg q4w (reduced maintenance dose) or PBO (withdrawal) for an additional 48wks.
- The EMA label extension is based on the results of the C-OPTIMISE study that demonstrated @48wks. 43.9% of patients achieved sustained remission, @96wks. 84%, 79% & 20% of patients receiving the full maintenance dose, reduced maintenance dose or PBO respectively remained flare-free
- The approval makes Cimzia the only biologic in EU with a dose reduction option in its label for patients in the broad axSpA population
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