Biosimilars

Introduction to Biosimilars

Cancer patients and their loved ones may start hearing about new treatment options called biosimilars. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ensures that biosimilars are safe and effective. Fairly new in the U.S., biosimilars have been approved and used safely in Europe since 2006. This eLearning guide will explain what biosimilars are, how they are created, and how they are being used to treat cancer. Watch this 8-minute guide to learn more.

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Listen September 13, 2017

The Promise of Biosimilars

In 2010, the Biologics Price Competition and Innovation Act signed into law by President Barack Obama as part of the Affordable Care Act, aimed to...