Articles

Editorial

Published on 26 October 2016

Physicians, Hippocrates and biosimilars: applying ancient principles in a modern society

Abstract: Physicians are pondering the clinical use of biosimilars. A reliance on clinical trials is deeply rooted in the modern healthcare system, whereas comparability and totality of evidence remain unknown...

Author(s): Adjunct Professor Pekka Kurki, MD, PhD

biosimilars, NOR-SWITCH, totality of evidence

DOI: 10.5639/gabij.2016.0504.039

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Editor's Letter

Published on 16 December 2016

Fourth and final issue of GaBI Journal’s fifth volume

This fourth and final GaBI Journal issue of 2016 begins with the paper by Adjunct Professor Pekka Kurki about ‘applying ancient principles in a modern society’ in which he discusses...

Author(s): Professor Philip D Walson, MD

DOI: 10.5639/gabij.2016.0504.038

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Special Report

Published on 21 September 2016

US FDA proposals for naming of biologicals and labelling of biosimilars

Abstract: There is considerable concern and debate over the naming of biologicals and labelling of biosimilars. To ensure that patients receive the safest and most effective treatment, it is paramount...

Author(s): GaBI Journal Editor

biologicals, biosimilars, labelling, naming, nomenclature, regulation

DOI: 10.5639/gabij.2016.0503.036

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Meeting Report

Published on 03 October 2016

Demonstrating interchangeability and biosimilarity for US biosimilars

Abstract: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) outlines its approach to biosimilarity and interchangeability at the 2016 Generic Pharmaceutical Association Biosimilars Council Conference. Topics covered include the FDA definition...

Author(s): GaBI Journal Editor

biologicals, biosimilar, biosimilarity, interchangeability, regulation

DOI: 10.5639/gabij.2016.0503.035

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Meeting Report

Published on 21 September 2016

First Turkish interactive workshop on regulation and approval of similar biotherapeutic products/biosimilars, 2–3 March 2016, Ankara, Turkey

Abstract: This paper discusses the findings and summary of items covered in the First Turkish interactive workshop on regulation and approval of similar biotherapeutic products/biosimilars, in which structure–function was highlighted...

Author(s): Professor Philip D Walson, MD, Robin Thorpe, PhD, FRCPath

glycosylation, immunogenicity, potency, receptor binding, serum half-life, sialic acid

DOI: 10.5639/gabij.2016.0503.034

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Perspective

Published on 24 October 2016

Biosimilars in Italy: a gastroenterologist’s view

Author byline as per print journal: Vito Annese, MD; Tommaso Gabbani, MD; Antonio Luca Annese, MD Abstract: The introduction of biological therapy has revolutionized the paradigm of treatment in the...

Author(s): Antonio Luca Annese, MD, Tommaso Gabbani, MD, Vito Annese, MD

adalimumab, biosimilar, Crohn’s disease (CD), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), switching, ulcerative colitis (UC)

DOI: 10.5639/gabij.2016.0503.033

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Perspective

Published on 03 October 2016

Are the perspectives regarding the use of biosimilars in the setting of haematology and blood and marrow transplant changing?

Introduction: Canada is among the leading spenders in pharmaceuticals. Based on projected figures, the cost of pharmaceuticals is expected to rise by another 6–12% by 2023. Approximately CAN$4.6 billion of...

Author(s): Cherie C Severson, RN, MN, CON(C), BMTCN

biologicals, biosimilars, blood and marrow transplant, cost, haematology, subsequent entry biologics (SEBs)

DOI: 10.5639/gabij.2016.0503.032

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Perspective

Published on 06 July 2016

Pharmacovigilance on biologicals and biosimilars: a Danish perspective

Abstract: The development of biological medicinal products is in rapid growth and as patents for reference products expire, new biosimilar products become available. This has a marked impact on several...

Author(s): Benedicte Lunddahl, DVM

biological medicinal products, biosimilars, national competent authority, pharmacovigilance

DOI: 10.5639/gabij.2016.0503.030

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Review Article

Published on 04 July 2016

The generic medicines system in Italy: scenarios for sustainable growth

Author byline as per print journal: Federico Fontolan1, MA; Silvia Zucconi1, MStat; Carlo Piccinni2, PhD Abstract: In this paper, an overview is provided of the present Italian generic medicines system....

Author(s): Carlo Piccinni, PhD, Federico Fontolan, MA, Silvia Zucconi, MStat

economic sustainability, generic medicines, manufacturing provision, pharmacoeconomics

DOI: 10.5639/gabij.2016.0503.029

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Review Article

Published on 22 August 2016

Current state of subsequent entry biologics (biosimilars) in Canada: a view from regulatory, reimbursement, clinician, and patient perspectives

Abstract: Biological molecules represent a significant portion of therapies utilized in Canada. Biosimilars, also known as subsequent entry biologics (SEBs) in Canada, are highly comparable versions of the originator products....

Author(s): Eric CK Siu, MSc, PhD, George Wyatt, BSc, MBA

biosimilars, CADTH, Canada, CDR, pCODR, subsequent entry biologics (SEBs)

DOI: 10.5639/gabij.2016.0503.028

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