Eisai’s Leqembi Launch Bodes Well For Biogen In A Pivotal Year
Executive Summary
Eisai said the US launch of Alzheimer’s therapy Leqembi following accelerated approval is going well, which is welcome news for partner Biogen as it brings on a new CEO and recovers from a failed Aduhelm launch.
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