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06/06

Otsuka Sibeprenlimab Phase 3 Data Show a Statistically Significant and Clinically Meaningful Proteinuria Reduction for the Treatment of Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy (IgAN)

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. and Otsuka Pharmaceutical, Co. Ltd. (Otsuka) today presented results from a pre-specified interim analysis of the Phase 3 VISIONARY study (NCT05248646) evaluating sibeprenlimab, for the treatment of immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) in adults. Patients treated with sibeprenlimab achieved a 51.2% (P<0.0001) reduction in proteinuria (as measured by 24-hour uPCR [urine protein-to-creatinine ratio]) at nine months of treatment when compared to placebo1. The data were presented during a late-breaking clinical trials session at the European Renal Association (ERA) Congress in Vienna, Austria. The study, the largest Phase 3 IgAN trial conducted to date, also showed the safety profile of sibeprenlimab was favorable and consistent with previously reported data1. 

05/28

Otsuka Announces FDA Acceptance and Priority Review of Biologics License Application (BLA) for Sibeprenlimab in the Treatment of Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy (IgAN)

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. and Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (Otsuka) today announce the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted for review the Biologics License Application (BLA) for sibeprenlimab, an investigational monoclonal antibody that selectively inhibits the activity of APRIL (A PRoliferation-Inducing Ligand) in adults with immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN). APRIL plays a key role in the pathogenesis of IgAN as explained by the 4-hit process, in which pathogenic galactose-deficient IgA (Gd-IgA1) is produced, leading to the synthesis of autoantibodies against Gd-IgA1, immune complex formation, and deposition in the glomerular mesangium. Sibeprenlimab is a single-dose prefilled syringe for subcutaneous injection every four weeks intended for self-administration, providing patients the convenience of at-home delivery.

05/28

PBS and WETA Caregiving Documentary by Executive Producer Bradley Cooper Now Available to Stream

Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc., the lead, founding sponsor of a new PBS and WETA documentary created with executive producer and award-winning actor Bradley Cooper, announces that Caregiving is now available to stream on PBS and PBS Documentaries Prime Video Channel. The two-hour documentary portrays paid and unpaid caregivers navigating the challenges and joys of this deeply meaningful work, intertwining intimate personal stories with the untold history of caregiving in the U.S. Otsuka supports this documentary as part of its corporate commitment to raise awareness about the growing urgency to support caregivers, who are frequently the backbone of care in communities across the nation.

05/20

New Report Shows Nearly Half of U.S. States Are on the Threshold of a Caregiving Emergency

In the 32 states with predominantly rural populations, unpaid family caregivers contribute over $375 billion in labor, yet a shortage of healthcare workers makes it challenging for families to access necessary support.Dementia care is driving a significant portion of the national family caregiving valuation, contributing to over $340 billion of labor, especially those in states with aging and high-risk populations. This new analysis found that even a 10% increase in dementia care hours would add another $62 billion in unpaid labor nationwide.

03/31

Otsuka Files Biologics License Application (BLA) for Sibeprenlimab in the Treatment of Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. and Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (Otsuka) announce the filing of a Biologics License Application (BLA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for sibeprenlimab, an investigational monoclonal antibody that selectively inhibits the activity of APRIL (A PRoliferation-Inducing Ligand) in adults with immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN).

01/10

Otsuka Announces FDA Plans to Host an Advisory Committee Meeting to Discuss the sNDA for Brexpiprazole in Combination with Sertraline for the Treatment of Adults with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc., (OAPI) and Otsuka Pharmaceutical, Co., Ltd. (Otsuka) announce that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plans to host a Psychopharmacologic Drugs Advisory Committee (PDAC) meeting to seek input on issues related to the Supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) for brexpiprazole in combination with sertraline for the treatment of adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

12/18

JAMA Psychiatry Publishes Results of Otsuka and Lundbeck's Phase 3 Trial of Brexpiprazole in Combination with Sertraline in Treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in Adults

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. and Lundbeck LLC today announced that the full results of a Phase 3 trial of brexpiprazole in combination with sertraline for the treatment of PTSD in adults have been published in JAMA Psychiatry. 

11/19

Otsuka Provides Update on Sibeprenlimab, an Investigational Monoclonal Antibody for the Treatment of IgA Nephropathy in Adults

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. (OPDC) and Otsuka Pharmaceutical, Co. Ltd. (Otsuka) announce the decision to submit a Biologics License Application (BLA) in the U.S. for sibeprenlimab, an investigational drug for the treatment of immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgA nephropathy) in adults, in the first half of 2025. The update follows a recent meeting with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration to discuss the positive interim analysis results from the Phase 3 VISIONARY study (NCT05248646).

10/24

New Report Reveals U.S. Family Caregivers Perform Equivalent of a Staggering $873.5 Billion Worth of Labor, Would Surpass Revenue of Top Global Companies

Findings released today from a new valuation study conducted by Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, and sponsored by Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. reveal that if family caregiving was a business entity it would be the largest revenue-generating company in the world

10/22

Otsuka Announces Positive Interim Results from the Phase 3 Trial of Sibeprenlimab for the Treatment of Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy in Adults

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. and Otsuka Pharmaceutical, Co. Ltd. today announce positive topline interim data from the ongoing Phase 3 clinical trial of sibeprenlimab for the treatment of immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgA nephropathy) in adults.

10/14

New Study Finds Family Caregivers Would Earn Six Figures If Paid A Salary

Findings released from a new compensation study, conducted by Salary.com and sponsored by Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. (Otsuka), reveal caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's or other dementias would earn a six-figure salary—approximately $114,000 on average—if paid for the daily care they provide.  

10/08

Mental Health America and Otsuka Collaborate to Address Mental Health Inequities in New Jersey Communities

Mental Health America, with support from Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc., announces the launch of a new Equity Impact Zone (EIZ) grant program designed to address mental health equity gaps within local New Jersey communities.

07/31

Otsuka and Lundbeck Present New REXULTI® (brexpiprazole) Post Hoc Efficacy Data Analyses for Agitation Associated with Dementia Due to Alzheimer’s Disease at Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) 2024

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. and Lundbeck Pharmaceuticals LLC presented new post hoc pooled analyses of Phase 3 trials evaluating the safety and efficacy of REXULTI® (brexpiprazole) in patients with agitation associated with dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease. These data analyses were presented in three posters at the 2024 Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC), taking place July 28 to Aug. 2 in Philadelphia, USA.

06/25

Otsuka and Lundbeck Announce FDA Acceptance of sNDA Filing for Brexpiprazole in Combination with Sertraline for the Treatment of Adults with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Otsuka Pharmaceutical, Co. Ltd. and H. Lundbeck A/S announce the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has determined that the supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) for brexpiprazole in combination with sertraline for the treatment of adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is sufficiently complete to permit a substantive review. The FDA has assigned the application for a Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) target action date of February 8, 2025.