Mumbai, June 24 -- The drug is a specially designed anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody created by BeiGene, now BeOne Medicines, which focuses on oncology.
TEVIMBRA is intended for the first-line treatment of locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) when combined with chemotherapy. It is also approved for second-line treatment of locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC and esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) as a standalone therapy.
The launch signifies Glenmark's entry into the immuno-oncology market in India. This strategic step aims to expand its innovative oncology offerings. NSCLC represents more than 80% of lung cancer cases, while ESCC is the most common type of esophageal cancer in India.
TEVIMBRA is already...