Novartis MS Drug Mayzent Gets Europe OK
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Executive Summary
Mayzent is the first oral treatment specifically indicated for patients with secondary-progressive multiple sclerosis and while it is expected to be a blockbuster, the company tells Scrip that educational programs for physicians are a priority.
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