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Roche’s Xofluza approved by the European Commission for the treatment of influenza, the first new influenza antiviral for patients in almost 20 years
Roche’s Xofluza approved by the European Commission for the treatment of influenza, the first new influenza antiviral for patients in almost 20 years
The European Commission (EC) has approved single-dose, oral Xofluza for the treatment of uncomplicated influenza in patients aged 12 years and above
The EC has also approved Xofluza for post-exposure prophylaxis of influenza in individuals aged 12 years and above
Xofluza, with its rapid reduction in viral replication, could help patients recover more quickly, while also reducing the societal burden of influenza
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The European Commission (EC) has approved single-dose, oral Xofluza for the treatment of uncomplicated influenza in patients aged 12 years and above
The EC has also approved Xofluza for post-exposure prophylaxis of influenza in individuals aged 12 years and above
Xofluza, with its rapid reduction in viral replication, could help patients recover more quickly, while also reducing the societal burden of influenza
Basel, 11 January 2021 - Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) today announced that the European Commission (EC) has approved Xofluza (baloxavir marboxil) for the treatment of uncomplicated influenza in patients aged 12 years and above. In addition, the EC has approved Xofluza for post-exposure prophylaxis of influenza in individuals aged 12 years and above. Post-exposure prophylaxis aims to prevent influenza in individuals following contact with someone infected with the influenza virus. The Commission s Decision follows the positive opinion received from the European Me
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