Fast Facts: Biosimilars in Hematology and Oncology
Author | : P. Cornes |
Publisher | : Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers |
Total Pages | : 130 |
Release | : 2020-01-24 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781912776221 |
ISBN-13 | : 1912776227 |
Rating | : 4/5 (227 Downloads) |
Download or read book Fast Facts: Biosimilars in Hematology and Oncology written by P. Cornes and published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2020-01-24 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biologics have revolutionized – and are revolutionizing – the treatment of many serious disorders. The evidence acquired from more than 10 years of clinical experience, with more than 50 biosimilar drugs and more than 700 million patient-days' exposure in Europe, shows that approved biosimilars can be used as safely and effectively as originator biologics. Yet concerns persist about biosimilars – particularly in curative cancer treatment, where they are relatively recent therapeutic options. 'Fast Facts: Biosimilars in Hematology and Oncology' provides a concise overview of emerging global practice in this fast-moving area together with practical information on adding biosimilars to a formulary and switching patients. Contents: • Biologics and the need for biosimilars • Why do we need biosimilars? • How is the quality of biosimilar medicines assured? • Legal issues • Switching, interchangeability and extrapolation • Safety and pharmacovigilant • Global issues • Formulary considerations: pharmacy issues • Formulary considerations: supportive care biosimilars • Formulary considerations: therapeutic anti-cancer biosimilars • Communication and awareness