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Keymed-Lepu JV Out-Licenses Claudin 18.2 ADC to AstraZeneca in $1.2 Billion Agreement

publication date: Feb 23, 2023

Chengdu Keymed Bio and Lepu Biopharma out-licensed global rights for their partnered Claudin 18.2 antibody drug conjugate to AstraZeneca in a deal that includes $63 million upfront and up to $1.1 billion in milestones. KYM Biosciences, a JV formed by Keymed and Lepu, is currently conducting a China Phase I trial of CMG901 in patients with Claudin 18.2-positive solid tumors including gastric cancers. Preliminary results suggest that CMG901 has a favorable safety and tolerability profile, with an encouraging response rate of 75% among eight patients. Keymed believes the candidate has first-in-class potential. More details....

Stock Symbols: (HK: 02162) (HK: 02157) (NSDQ: AZN)

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