Results Demonstrate Equivalence in Objective Response Rate in Patients with HER2-positive Metastatic Breast Cancer
NEW YORK, NY, USA I November 30, 2016 I Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE) today announced that the pivotal REFLECTIONS B3271002 study, a comparative safety and efficacy study of PF-05280014 versus Herceptin® (trastuzumab), met its primary endpoint. PF-05280014 is being developed by Pfizer as a potential biosimilar to Herceptin.
The trial demonstrated equivalence in the primary endpoint of objective response rate (ORR) of PF-05280014 versus Herceptin, taken in combination with paclitaxel, in first line patients with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer. ORR is defined as the proportion of patients with tumor size reduction of a predefined amount and for a minimum period of time2.
“As the leading global biosimilars company, we are committed to advancing our robust pipeline of biosimilar therapies in hopes of expanding access to high-quality treatment options for patients living with serious, life-threatening conditions such as cancer,” said Sumant Ramachandra, MD, PhD, MBA, Head of Research and Development, Pfizer Essential Health. “Favorable comparative clinical data between proposed biosimilars and their respective reference product contribute to physician and patient understanding of and confidence in the value and importance of biosimilars. We are encouraged by these data and look forward to sharing the complete results with health authorities and the oncology community once available.”
A separate comparative, randomized, double-blind clinical trial [REFLECTIONS B3271004] in early breast cancer patients [N=226] also met its primary endpoint of steady-state Ctrough concentrations (PK) in patients treated with PF-05280014 and Herceptin.
About the REFLECTIONS B3271002 Study
REFLECTIONS B3271002 is a comparative, randomized, double blind, clinical trial[N=690] evaluating the efficacy, safety, pharmacokinetics (PK) and immunogenicity of PF-05280014 (a potential biosimilar to Herceptin® [trastuzumab]) in combination with paclitaxel versus Herceptin in combination with paclitaxel in first line patients with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer. The primary endpoint is objective response rate (ORR) by Week 25 of study treatment. ORR is defined as the proportion of patients with tumor size reduction of a predefined amount and for a minimum period of time2.
More information about the PF-05280014 REFLECTIONS B3271002 and B3271004 studies can be found at www.clinicaltrials.gov.
About PF-05280014
PF-05280014 is a monoclonal antibody (mAb) that is in development as a potential biosimilar for all currently approved indications of Herceptin® (trastuzumab).
Herceptin is currently approved in the U.S., EU and other markets for HER2-positive breast cancer and gastric cancer.
PF-05280014 is an investigational compound and has not received regulatory approval in any country. Biosimilarity has not yet been established by regulatory authorities and is not yet claimed.
About Pfizer: Working together for a healthier world®
At Pfizer, we apply science and our global resources to bring therapies to people that extend and significantly improve their lives. We strive to set the standard for quality, safety and value in the discovery, development and manufacture of health care products. Our global portfolio includes medicines and vaccines as well as many of the world’s best-known consumer health care products. Every day, Pfizer colleagues work across developed and emerging markets to advance wellness, prevention, treatments and cures that challenge the most feared diseases of our time. Consistent with our responsibility as one of the world’s premier innovative biopharmaceutical companies, we collaborate with health care providers, governments and local communities to support and expand access to reliable, affordable health care around the world. For more than 150 years, Pfizer has worked to make a difference for all who rely on us. For more information, please visit us at www.pfizer.com. In addition, to learn more, follow us on Twitter at @Pfizer and @Pfizer_News, LinkedIn, YouTube and like us on Facebook at Facebook.com/Pfizer.
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Results Demonstrate Equivalence in Objective Response Rate in Patients with HER2-positive Metastatic Breast Cancer
NEW YORK, NY, USA I November 30, 2016 I Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE) today announced that the pivotal REFLECTIONS B3271002 study, a comparative safety and efficacy study of PF-05280014 versus Herceptin® (trastuzumab), met its primary endpoint. PF-05280014 is being developed by Pfizer as a potential biosimilar to Herceptin.
The trial demonstrated equivalence in the primary endpoint of objective response rate (ORR) of PF-05280014 versus Herceptin, taken in combination with paclitaxel, in first line patients with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer. ORR is defined as the proportion of patients with tumor size reduction of a predefined amount and for a minimum period of time2.
“As the leading global biosimilars company, we are committed to advancing our robust pipeline of biosimilar therapies in hopes of expanding access to high-quality treatment options for patients living with serious, life-threatening conditions such as cancer,” said Sumant Ramachandra, MD, PhD, MBA, Head of Research and Development, Pfizer Essential Health. “Favorable comparative clinical data between proposed biosimilars and their respective reference product contribute to physician and patient understanding of and confidence in the value and importance of biosimilars. We are encouraged by these data and look forward to sharing the complete results with health authorities and the oncology community once available.”
A separate comparative, randomized, double-blind clinical trial [REFLECTIONS B3271004] in early breast cancer patients [N=226] also met its primary endpoint of steady-state Ctrough concentrations (PK) in patients treated with PF-05280014 and Herceptin.
About the REFLECTIONS B3271002 Study
REFLECTIONS B3271002 is a comparative, randomized, double blind, clinical trial[N=690] evaluating the efficacy, safety, pharmacokinetics (PK) and immunogenicity of PF-05280014 (a potential biosimilar to Herceptin® [trastuzumab]) in combination with paclitaxel versus Herceptin in combination with paclitaxel in first line patients with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer. The primary endpoint is objective response rate (ORR) by Week 25 of study treatment. ORR is defined as the proportion of patients with tumor size reduction of a predefined amount and for a minimum period of time2.
More information about the PF-05280014 REFLECTIONS B3271002 and B3271004 studies can be found at www.clinicaltrials.gov.
About PF-05280014
PF-05280014 is a monoclonal antibody (mAb) that is in development as a potential biosimilar for all currently approved indications of Herceptin® (trastuzumab).
Herceptin is currently approved in the U.S., EU and other markets for HER2-positive breast cancer and gastric cancer.
PF-05280014 is an investigational compound and has not received regulatory approval in any country. Biosimilarity has not yet been established by regulatory authorities and is not yet claimed.
About Pfizer: Working together for a healthier world®
At Pfizer, we apply science and our global resources to bring therapies to people that extend and significantly improve their lives. We strive to set the standard for quality, safety and value in the discovery, development and manufacture of health care products. Our global portfolio includes medicines and vaccines as well as many of the world’s best-known consumer health care products. Every day, Pfizer colleagues work across developed and emerging markets to advance wellness, prevention, treatments and cures that challenge the most feared diseases of our time. Consistent with our responsibility as one of the world’s premier innovative biopharmaceutical companies, we collaborate with health care providers, governments and local communities to support and expand access to reliable, affordable health care around the world. For more than 150 years, Pfizer has worked to make a difference for all who rely on us. For more information, please visit us at www.pfizer.com. In addition, to learn more, follow us on Twitter at @Pfizer and @Pfizer_News, LinkedIn, YouTube and like us on Facebook at Facebook.com/Pfizer.
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