NICE nod for Amgen's multiple myeloma treatment
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published a Final Appraisal Determination (FAD) following its review of Kyprolis (carfilzomib) in combination with dexamethasone in multiple myeloma.
Kyprolis, marketed by US biotech major Amgen (Nasdaq: AMGN), has been recommended by the NICE for National Health Service (NHS) patients in England and Wales as an option for treating adults with relapsed multiple myeloma (RMM) who have received one prior therapy that does not include bortezomib. The recommendation is based on a discount agreed in the patient access scheme.
"We have worked with NICE to identify and submit an optimal submission package for carfilzomib"
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