Albireo Exits NASH, But Has Best-In-Class IBAT Opportunity
Executive Summary
Elobixibat demonstrated ability to reduce LDL cholesterol but is being discontinued in NASH due to its unspectacular overall profile. The firm is staying focused on odevixibat, which could be best-in-class for pediatric liver indications, analysts say.
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