Celgene’s Positive Phase III Data For Otezla In Scalp Psoriasis Could Yield Broader Label
Executive Summary
Celgene estimates 80% of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis patients experience the disease in their scalps, meaning positive data in this indication could broaden the market opportunity for Otezla substantially. Novartis’ Cosentyx got scalp psoriasis added to its US label in February.
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