
The Weekly Roundup: March 30-April 3
Key Takeaways
- Phase 3 data for amlitelimab in atopic dermatitis met primary endpoints in two studies, with SHORE combination arms achieving the strongest responses and EASI-75 nearing 48% Q4W.
- Emerging AD strategies featured KT-621 entering a phase 2b dose-ranging program targeting biologic-eligible patients, and EVO301 showing early efficacy and safety via IL-18 binding after two doses.
In case you missed it, this week we had news on phase 3 AD SHORE trials for amlitelimab, the expansion of coverage for tirbanibulin, the start of a phase 2b/3 of brepocitinib for LPP, and more.
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