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| Date |
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| 09/02/2010 |
Novartis gains exclusive rights to Debio 025, an antiviral agent in Phase IIb development as potential first-in-class hepatitis C therapy |
| 26/01/2010 |
Novartis achieves record results in 2009 as momentum from recently launched products drives growth across its entire healthcare portfolio |
| 20/01/2010 |
Novartis oral MS therapy FTY720 shows reduced risk of confirmed disability progression as published in New England Journal of Medicine |
| 20/01/2010 |
Three new Novartis medicines approved in Japan for patients with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and advanced kidney cancer |
| 18/01/2010 |
Novartis providing equivalent of over USD 2.5 million in immediate emergency aid for victims of Haiti earthquake |
| 11/01/2010 |
Novartis launches schizophrenia treatment Fanapt in the US, offering patients an attractive alternative to existing medications |
| 04/01/2010 |
Novartis to acquire majority control of Alcon, a global leader in eye care, and proposes merger for full ownership |
| 23/12/2009 |
Novartis to acquire Corthera Inc., gaining worldwide rights to Phase III project relaxin for treatment of acute decompensated heart failure |
| 21/12/2009 |
All three Novartis A(H1N1) 2009 influenza vaccines prequalified by World Health Organization (WHO) for use in developing world |
| 18/12/2009 |
Novartis meningococcal vaccine Menveo® recommended for approval in the European Union for prevention of disease in adolescents and adults |
| 09/12/2009 |
Novartis set to sustain its leading global position in oncology with portfolio targeting various tumors and life-threatening diseases |
| 08/12/2009 |
Novartis Tasigna® trial shows superior results to Glivec® in patients with early-stage chronic myeloid leukemia |
| 03/12/2009 |
Novartis receives approval in the European Union for Onbrez® Breezhaler®, a new once-daily bronchodilator for patients with COPD |
| 27/11/2009 |
''Tackling the crisis with a new world economic ethics'': experts debate at the Novartis Foundation Symposium in Basel, Switzerland |
| 25/11/2009 |
Novartis gains rights to two oral targeted investigational therapies focusing on patients with life-threatening blood disorders and cancers |
| 24/11/2009 |
Novartis inaugurates large-scale US based cell-culture influenza vaccine manufacturing facility |
| 17/11/2009 |
Novartis Influenza A(H1N1) 2009 vaccine US interim data show lower doses of antigen may suffice to generate a protective immune response against A(H1N1) |
| 13/11/2009 |
Novartis receives approval in Switzerland for Celtura®, a cell culture-based Influenza A(H1N1) pandemic vaccine |
| 12/11/2009 |
Novartis launches Prevacid®24HR over-the-counter for full 24-hour frequent heartburn treatment |
| 05/11/2009 |
Novartis receives regulatory approval in Germany for Celtura®, a cell culture-based Influenza A(H1N1) pandemic vaccine |
| 04/11/2009 |
Novartis to expand its human vaccines presence in China through proposed acquisition of a majority stake in Zhejiang Tianyuan |
| 03/11/2009 |
Novartis announces USD 1 billion investment to build largest pharmaceutical R&D institute in China |
| 29/10/2009 |
Novartis on track to deliver Influenza A (H1N1) vaccine for the US |
| 28/10/2009 |
Novartis biological drug Ilaris® approved in EU to treat children and adults with CAPS, a rare debilitating auto-inflammatory disease |
| 23/10/2009 |
Novartis receives approval in the European Union for Exforge HCT®, a new 3-in-1 treatment for high blood pressure |
| 22/10/2009 |
Novartis delivers strong new product momentum and operational performance in first nine months of 2009 |
| 20/10/2009 |
New Phase II data show ACZ885 gave better pain relief and flare prevention for patients with chronic gout than an injectable corticosteroid |
| 20/10/2009 |
Novartis drug Tasigna® meets primary endpoint in pivotal trial against Glivec® as first-line treatment in chronic myeloid leukemia patients |
| 19/10/2009 |
Novartis receives Complete Response letter from FDA for QAB149, an investigational bronchodilator for COPD |
| 19/10/2009 |
Leading Dengue and TB scientists discuss new clinical research approaches and models of excellence for clinical research and trials in endemic regions |
| 12/10/2009 |
Novartis enters into agreement for exclusive US and Canadian rights to Fanapt(TM), an FDA-approved oral therapy for schizophrenia |
| 08/10/2009 |
Novartis gains exclusive worldwide rights to PTK 0796, in Phase III study as potential first-in-class IV and oral broad-spectrum antibiotic |
| 06/10/2009 |
Novartis completes shipment of US supply of Fluvirin® seasonal influenza vaccine |
| 05/10/2009 |
Sandoz launches somatropin, the first-ever Japanese biosimilar, increasing access to key medicines in second largest global market |
| 30/09/2009 |
Two-year Phase III study shows Novartis oral MS therapy FTY720 significantly reduces relapses and disability progression |
| 25/09/2009 |
Novartis bronchodilator QAB149 recommended for approval in European Union to treat patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease |
| 25/09/2009 |
Novartis A(H1N1) Pandemic Influenza vaccine Focetria® receives positive opinion from CHMP |
| 24/09/2009 |
Sandoz completes acquisition of EBEWE Pharma, improving global patient access to affordable injectable cancer medicines |
| 17/09/2009 |
Novartis receives FDA approval for Valturna®, a single-pill combination of valsartan and aliskiren, to treat high blood pressure |
| 15/09/2009 |
Novartis investigational bronchodilator QAB149 improves lung function and reduces breathlessness compared to tiotropium in patients with COPD |
| 03/09/2009 |
Novartis MF59® adjuvanted cell culture-based vaccine shows strong immune response in A(H1N1) clinical trials |
| 01/09/2009 |
Novartis hosts scientific symposium in Philippines to review research approaches, clinical management, and growing presence of Dengue |
| 24/08/2009 |
Novartis receives approval in EU for Xolair® to treat children age 6 to 11 years suffering from severe persistent allergic asthma |
| 24/08/2009 |
Novartis unveils Lab of Future concept to top European students at Biotechnology Leadership Camp (BioCamp) |
| 19/08/2009 |
Results in The New England Journal of Medicine confirm Novartis drug Femara® is superior to tamoxifen after breast cancer surgery |
| 17/08/2009 |
US FDA approves Extavia® - the first in a new portfolio of planned MS therapies from Novartis to help patients with this devastating disease |
| 11/08/2009 |
Sandoz launches first generic version of Prograf® capsules |
| 06/08/2009 |
Afinitor® approved in EU as first treatment proven to benefit patients with advanced kidney cancer after failure of targeted therapy |
| 05/08/2009 |
Novartis begins shipment of Fluvirin® seasonal influenza vaccine for the U.S. market ahead of schedule |
| 24/07/2009 |
Ilaris® recommended for European approval as new biologic drug to treat a rare but serious group of auto-inflammatory diseases |
| 21/07/2009 |
FDA approves Tekturna HCT® as initial treatment in patients unlikely to achieve their blood pressure goal with a single agent |
| 16/07/2009 |
Novartis delivers strong operational performance in the first half of 2009 driven by sustained Pharmaceuticals innovation |
| 08/07/2009 |
Japanese Ministry of Health approves Rasilez®, a first-in-class direct renin inhibitor (DRI), for the treatment of high blood pressure |
| 07/07/2009 |
Novartis extends tuberculosis drug donation to Tanzania |
| 06/07/2009 |
Novartis delivers 250,000,000th Coartem® treatment and becomes first healthcare company to join United Against Malaria partnership |
| 01/07/2009 |
Novartis receives Complete Response letter from the US Food and Drug Administration for its investigational vaccine Menveo® |
| 26/06/2009 |
Once-yearly Aclasta® approved in EU to treat osteoporosis caused by steroid treatment in men and postmenopausal women |
| 25/06/2009 |
Sandoz receives approval for first-ever Japanese biosimilar |
| 24/06/2009 |
Afinitor® and Sandostatin® LAR® Phase II data show advanced pancreatic NET patients remain progression-free for nearly 17 months |
| 18/06/2009 |
New biological therapy Ilaris® approved in US to treat children and adults with CAPS, a serious life-long auto-inflammatory disease |
| 12/06/2009 |
Novartis successfully demonstrates capabilities of cell-based technology for production of A(H1N1) vaccine |
| 08/06/2009 |
Afinitor® Phase II data show positive results for patients with multiple types of lymphoma, leading to Phase III trial |
| 05/06/2009 |
Tasigna® shows rapid and deep responses in newly diagnosed patients with a form of chronic myeloid leukemia |
| 04/06/2009 |
Novartis announces typhoid vaccine research program in partnership with the Wellcome Trust |
| 03/06/2009 |
One-year Phase III study confirms Ilaris® offers long-term remission in patients with CAPS, a severe lifelong auto-inflammatory disease |
| 02/06/2009 |
Novartis successfully launches EUR 1.5 billion notes issue |
| 01/06/2009 |
FDA approves Reclast® to prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women with convenient less frequent dosing |
| 29/05/2009 |
Afinitor® recommended for use in the European Union for patients with advanced kidney cancer |
| 28/05/2009 |
Data on more than 15 Novartis Oncology compounds at ASCO highlight progress toward targeted therapies for diverse tumor types |
| 28/05/2009 |
Novartis increases its offer price on Novartis India Ltd. |
| 26/05/2009 |
Novartis to enter Japan vaccines market through agreement for Haemophilus Influenzae Type B (Hib) vaccine |
| 21/05/2009 |
Phase III data show Novartis investigational bronchodilator QAB149 significantly improves lung function over current treatments in COPD[1],[2] |
| 20/05/2009 |
Sandoz to acquire EBEWE Pharma specialty generics business, improving access for patients worldwide to injectable cancer drugs |
| 19/05/2009 |
Novartis announces restructuring of global collaboration with Schering-Plough to develop fixed-dose combination respiratory therapies |
| 14/05/2009 |
Novartis receives approval from FDA to market Prevacid®24HR as first and only OTC proton pump inhibitor in original formulation |
| 13/05/2009 |
Scientists who developed Novartis Coartem® and Glivec® receive 2009 ''European Inventor of the Year'' awards |
| 13/05/2009 |
Novartis names Jonathan Symonds deputy CFO and CFO designate |
| 07/05/2009 |
Glivec® approved in EU as first post-surgery therapy to reduce risk of cancer returning in patients with aggressive gastrointestinal tumors |
| 30/04/2009 |
FDA approves Exforge HCT® - the only high blood pressure treatment to combine three medications in a single pill |
| 30/04/2009 |
Novartis investigational adjuvanted (MF59) pre-pandemic avian influenza vaccine Aflunov® shows long lasting, broadly cross-protective immune response |
| 29/04/2009 |
New data presented at American Academy of Neurology congress show 80-83% of MS patients on oral FTY720 were relapse-free for one year - significantly better than a leading current treatment |
| 23/04/2009 |
Pharmaceuticals delivers strong underlying growth in first quarter of 2009 as Novartis continues to rejuvenate product portfolio |
| 08/04/2009 |
Coartem® receives FDA approval becoming first artemisinin-based combination treatment (ACT) for malaria in the US |
| 02/04/2009 |
Ixiaro® vaccine receives Marketing Authorization in Europe for the prevention of Japanese Encephalitis |
| 30/03/2009 |
Ixiaro® receives FDA approval for the prevention of Japanese Encephalitis |
| 30/03/2009 |
Afinitor® approved in US as first treatment for patients with advanced kidney cancer after failure of either sunitinib or sorafenib |
| 25/03/2009 |
Novartis makes an open offer to increase stake in Novartis India Ltd. |
| 19/03/2009 |
Glivec® recommended for use in Europe as first post-surgery treatment for gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) |
| 18/03/2009 |
Glivec® substantially reduces risk of cancer returning in patients with life-threatening gastrointestinal stromal tumors, The Lancet reports |
| 24/02/2009 |
Novartis shareholders approve 25% dividend increase at 2009 Annual General Meeting |
| 13/02/2009 |
Sandoz receives European Commission approval for biosimilar filgrastim |
| 12/02/2009 |
Novartis gains worldwide rights to elinogrel, a Phase II anti-clotting compound with potential to reduce risk of heart attack and stroke |
| 11/02/2009 |
Zometa® reduces risk of breast cancer recurrence in premenopausal women, study in The New England Journal of Medicine reports |
| 05/02/2009 |
Novartis successfully launches USD 5 billion bond issue |
| 28/01/2009 |
Novartis increases dividend by 25% based on strong 2008 results from strategic healthcare portfolio |
| 27/01/2009 |
Novartis and Gen-Probe Agree to Extend and Expand Blood Screening Collaboration |
| 27/01/2009 |
Novartis and Medicines for Malaria Venture launch Coartem® Dispersible, the first ACT* developed for children suffering from malaria |
| 22/01/2009 |
Novartis launches Extavia®, a new therapeutic option to help patients combat devastating symptoms of multiple sclerosis |
| 21/01/2009 |
Four innovative Novartis medicines for cancer, asthma, high blood pressure and wet AMD approved in Japan |
| 15/01/2009 |
US Department of Health and Human Services awards Novartis USD 486 million contract to build manufacturing facility for pandemic flu vaccine |
| 14/01/2009 |
New study first to confirm Sandostatin® LAR® controls tumor growth in patients with rare gastrointestinal tumors |
| 14/01/2009 |
Afinitor® Phase II trial results positive in patients with advanced gastric cancer after failure of one or more prior treatments |
| 29/12/2008 |
Novartis strengthens vaccine pipeline with agreement for novel CMV vaccines candidate |
| 20/12/2008 |
Glivec receives US approval as first treatment to reduce risk of cancer returning in patients with gastrointestinal stromal tumors |
| 13/12/2008 |
Afinitor® shows potential to reverse resistance to Herceptin®[*] in metastatic breast cancer patients, leading to Phase III trial |
| 12/12/2008 |
First Phase III results for FTY720, a novel oral therapy for MS, show superior efficacy compared to interferon beta-1a |
| 11/12/2008 |
New data show Zometa® enhances impact of chemotherapy on reducing breast tumor size |
| 11/12/2008 |
Femara® first aromatase inhibitor to indicate survival benefit versus tamoxifen when taken for five years after breast cancer surgery |
| 11/12/2008 |
Novartis receives China Charity Award for relief efforts to Chinese earthquake victims |
| 09/12/2008 |
Exjade® benefits chronically transfused patients by significantly reducing toxic iron that can damage key organs, according to landmark trial |
| 08/12/2008 |
Tasigna® demonstrates rapid response as initial therapy in life-threatening form of leukemia |
| 04/12/2008 |
Novartis awards program continues to drive energy savings and environmental progress |
| 04/12/2008 |
''Dare to dialog?'' - experts debate on the conditions of constructive stakeholder relations at this year's symposium of the Novartis Foundation for Sustainable Development |
| 04/12/2008 |
More than 200 abstracts at ASH and SABCS reveal potential compelling patient benefits from Novartis Oncology current and pipeline therapies |
| 21/11/2008 |
Sandoz receives positive EU opinion for biosimilar filgrastim |
| 21/11/2008 |
Rasilez HCT® receives recommendation for European approval as a single-pill combination to treat high blood pressure |
| 19/11/2008 |
Novartis highlights innovative approach to drug discovery with dynamic advance in exploratory pipeline |
| 11/11/2008 |
Rasilez®, first-in-class direct renin inhibitor, provides greater reduction in high blood pressure than ACE inhibitor ramipril in patients 65 and older |
| 29/10/2008 |
Rasilez HCT®, single-pill combination of Rasilez® and diuretic, receives Swiss approval for the treatment of high blood pressure |
| 27/10/2008 |
ACZ885 Phase III data show rapid, sustained clinical remission in children and adults suffering from a group of rare, potentially life-threatening autoinflammatory diseases |
| 21/10/2008 |
Novartis to acquire Nektar Therapeutics pulmonary business unit, strengthening respiratory drug delivery capabilities |
| 20/10/2008 |
Novartis delivers sustained strong performance in first nine months of 2008 underpinned by accelerating growth in pharmaceuticals |
| 08/10/2008 |
Early data show potential for imatinib to treat life-threatening form of pulmonary artery disease |
| 07/10/2008 |
New Phase II data on NVA237, a novel once-daily treatment for COPD, show promising efficacy and tolerability with potentially faster onset than tiotropium |
| 06/10/2008 |
New study shows potential benefits of innovative Xolair® anti-IgE therapy in treating children suffering from moderate-to-severe allergic asthma |
| 30/09/2008 |
Once-yearly Aclasta® approved in EU to treat osteoporosis in men and to reduce risk of new fractures following hip fracture both in men and postmenopausal women |
| 25/09/2008 |
Novartis starts ''squeeze out'' procedure for remaining Speedel shares |
| 19/09/2008 |
Novartis MF59®-adjuvanted vaccine rapidly induces protective antibody levels against diverse strains of avian flu |
| 16/09/2008 |
Latest RAD001 study results show further increase in time without tumor growth in patients with advanced kidney cancer |
| 15/09/2008 |
Novartis receives FDA priority review for Coartem®, potentially the first artemisinin-based combination treatment (ACT) for malaria in the US |
| 13/09/2008 |
RAD001 combined with Sandostatin® LAR® and as monotherapy controls growth of rare pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors |
| 10/09/2008 |
New Phase II data show Novartis investigational Meningitis B vaccine may also protect infants six months and older |
| 09/09/2008 |
Data show Galvus® better tolerated by patients with type 2 diabetes, with no weight gain, a favorable cardiovascular profile and equal efficacy compared to widely-used TZDs |
| 09/09/2008 |
RAD001 granted priority review in the US based on potential to fill unmet medical need in patients with advanced kidney cancer |
| 03/09/2008 |
Rasilez® , first-in-class direct renin inhibitor, lowers high blood pressure more effectively than diuretic in obese patients |
| 03/09/2008 |
Sandoz receives FDA approval for Omnitrope® Pen 10 with liquid cartridge |
| 29/08/2008 |
Novartis decides not to pursue further development of Aurograb(TM) |
| 27/08/2008 |
Glivec receives FDA priority review as first therapy to reduce recurrence of gastrointestinal stromal tumors after surgery |
| 27/08/2008 |
NICE final guidance recommends Lucentis® as cost-effective treatment for wet AMD, a leading cause of blindness |
| 07/08/2008 |
Novartis begins shipment to US of Fluvirin® Influenza Virus Vaccine with three new strains for the 2008-2009 influenza season |
| 04/08/2008 |
Single-pill combinations Diovan HCT® and Exforge® approved in US as first-line treatments for high blood pressure |
| 28/07/2008 |
Exforge® helps nearly twice as many patients control their high blood pressure compared to amlodipine alone |
| 25/07/2008 |
Once-yearly Aclasta® recommended in EU to treat male osteoporosis and reduce risk of new fractures in patients after hip fracture |
| 17/07/2008 |
Novartis gains momentum with strong performance in first half of 2008 from portfolio focused on growth areas of healthcare |
| 11/07/2008 |
Novartis enters strategic partnership with Lonza to accelerate growth of biologics pipeline |
| 10/07/2008 |
Novartis buys additional 51.7% stake in Speedel and announces plans to acquire remaining shares in a mandatory public tender offer |
| 08/07/2008 |
Novartis completes acquisition of 25% stake in Alcon from Nestlé, first step toward majority ownership of the world leader in eye care |
| 02/07/2008 |
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation to Appeal Judgment in Alabama Pricing Case |
| 24/06/2008 |
Novartis Institute for Tropical Diseases and Global Alliance for TB Drug Development announce five-year collaboration targeted to accelerate TB treatment R&D |
| 17/06/2008 |
Rasilez®[*] ASPIRE HIGHER clinical program expands to 35,000 patients in 14 trials, the largest cardio-renal outcomes program ever |
| 13/06/2008 |
Higher initial dose of Glivec achieved better early responses than standard dose for patients with chronic myeloid leukemia |
| 12/06/2008 |
Novartis recommends rejection of ''mini-tender'' offer by TRC Capital for American Depositary Shares |
| 10/06/2008 |
Novartis successfully issues two Swiss franc benchmark bonds totaling CHF 1.5 billion |
| 05/06/2008 |
Leading blood pressure medication Diovan® with diuretic reduces key sign of artery ageing which is linked to risk of heart attack and stroke |
| 05/06/2008 |
FDA broadens US indication for once-yearly Reclast® as only osteoporosis treatment approved for prevention of fractures after a hip fracture |
| 04/06/2008 |
New data show potential of Rasilez®* to protect kidneys from damage independent of its proven ability to lower blood pressure |
| 04/06/2008 |
Novartis gains rights to promising hospital antibiotic in clinical development through full acquisition of Protez Pharmaceuticals |
| 04/06/2008 |
Novartis presents full pipeline of novel vaccines addressing significant unmet needs |
| 02/06/2008 |
Early data presented at ASCO show potential of RAD001 to enhance efficacy of, and overcome resistance to, breast cancer treatments |
| 31/05/2008 |
Major independent trial demonstrates significant anticancer benefit of Zometa® in women with early-stage breast cancer |
| 26/05/2008 |
Extavia® approved in European Union for treatment of multiple sclerosis, first in planned portfolio of therapies from Novartis |
| 19/05/2008 |
RAD001 more than doubles time without tumor growth after failure of standard treatment in patients with advanced kidney cancer |
| 15/05/2008 |
Strength and innovation of Novartis Oncology products and pipeline with potential to improve patient treatment demonstrated by more than 170 abstracts at ASCO annual meeting |
| 15/05/2008 |
New data show Tekturna HCT® is twice as effective at reducing blood pressure than the diuretic HCT alone |
| 14/05/2008 |
In a Phase II study, Novartis Meningitis B vaccine has potential to produce a protective immune response in infants[1], the age group most at risk |
| 14/05/2008 |
Significant blood pressure reductions seen in difficult-to-treat, black patients receiving Exforge®-based therapy[1] |
| 06/05/2008 |
Novartis Menveo® vaccine shows superior immune response against four types of meningitis disease in pivotal phase III trial |
| 28/04/2008 |
Breakthrough technique pioneered at Novartis research institute restores light sensitivity in damaged retinas |
| 23/04/2008 |
Novartis announces 20% average reduction in price of malaria drug Coartem® to further accelerate access in malaria-endemic regions |
| 21/04/2008 |
Novartis reports higher sales and earnings in first quarter of 2008 showing healthcare portfolio well on the way to new growth cycle |
| 15/04/2008 |
FTY720, a novel oral therapy in development for MS, shows sustained benefits for the majority of patients after three years of treatment |
| 15/04/2008 |
Patients with early Parkinson's disease show better symptom control[1] and improvements in daily activities[1] with Stalevo than levodopa/carbidopa |
| 11/04/2008 |
Study shows once-yearly Aclasta® better than risedronate at increasing bone mass in patients with osteoporosis caused by glucocorticoids |
| 11/04/2008 |
ASA404, a novel cancer agent, begins pivotal trial to explore new approach in treating lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer death |
| 08/04/2008 |
ACZ885, a new biological drug in development, shows potential in treating serious life-long autoinflammatory diseases |
| 07/04/2008 |
Novartis to further strengthen its healthcare portfolio by acquiring 25% stake in Alcon from Nestlé with right to take over majority ownership of the world leader in eye care |
| 31/03/2008 |
Rasilez®* , the first-in-class direct renin inhibitor, reduces left ventricular hypertrophy, a powerful predictor of heart disease |
| 12/03/2008 |
Sandoz enhances patient access with launch of Omnitrope(TM) Pen 5 with liquid cartridge |
| 10/03/2008 |
Femara® helps protect against return of breast cancer even when treatment starts several years after completing tamoxifen therapy |
| 28/02/2008 |
Everolimus (RAD001) significantly extends progression-free survival in advanced kidney cancer patients after failure of other targeted therapy |
| 26/02/2008 |
Novartis shareholders approve all resolutions at 2008 Annual General Meeting, including 19% dividend increase |
| 25/02/2008 |
Eucreas®, a single-tablet combination of Galvus® and metformin, set for launch in first EU countries as new treatment for type 2 diabetes |
| 22/02/2008 |
New Novartis Research Institute first to focus on innovative vaccines for the developing world |
| 01/02/2008 |
Novartis announces proposals for shareholder approval at next Annual General Meeting |
| 01/02/2008 |
Galvus®, a new treatment for patients with type 2 diabetes, receives European approval for label update paving the way for EU launches |
| 31/01/2008 |
Novartis files its Form 20-F annual report with the US Securities and Exchange Commission |
| 21/01/2008 |
Tekturna HCT®, a single-tablet combination of Tekturna®* and a diuretic, receives US approval for treatment of high blood pressure |
| 17/01/2008 |
Novartis achieves record results in 2007 underscoring benefits of strategic healthcare portfolio |
| 08/01/2008 |
New data show Menveo(TM) to be the first quadrivalent meningococcal vaccine to provide immunogenicity in infants |
| 17/12/2007 |
Galvus®, a new oral treatment for type 2 diabetes, receives positive opinion following changes to European prescribing information |
| 13/12/2007 |
Novartis launches strategic initiative to improve competitiveness in a dynamically changing healthcare environment |
| 09/12/2007 |
New data show Glivec® halts progression to advanced stages of life-threatening form of leukemia in sixth year of treatment |
| 02/12/2007 |
Novartis further strengthens biologics capabilities in expansion of MorphoSys collaboration |
| 30/11/2007 |
Novartis completes its fifth share repurchase program |
| 28/11/2007 |
Tasigna® gains European approval for patients with a life-threatening form of leukemia who are resistant or intolerant to existing therapies |
| 21/11/2007 |
CIBA Vision, the eye care unit of Novartis, announces settlement of patent litigation with CooperVision, Inc. |
| 19/11/2007 |
United Kingdom and Germany suspend marketing and sale of Prexige® pending outcome of European regulatory review |
| 15/11/2007 |
New data for Menveo(TM) vaccine show excellent immune response and broad protection for infants against meningococcal meningitis |
| 06/11/2007 |
New Galvus® clinical data reinforces efficacy profile; safety update provided to regulatory agencies |
| 29/10/2007 |
Tasigna® receives US approval providing new hope to chronic myeloid leukemia patients with resistance or intolerance to existing therapies |
| 22/10/2007 |
Voltaren® Gel receives US regulatory approval as the first approved topical prescription treatment for pain associated with osteoarthritis |
| 18/10/2007 |
Novartis delivers record earnings in first nine months of 2007 thanks to strong operational performance and divestment gains |
| 05/10/2007 |
Aclasta® receives European approval as first once-yearly treatment for postmenopausal osteoporosis |
| 28/09/2007 |
Novartis and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in new partnership aimed at transforming pharmaceutical manufacturing |
| 28/09/2007 |
Galvus® receives European approval as new treatment for type 2 diabetes with broad range of indications |
| 27/09/2007 |
Prexige® receives ''not approvable'' letter in the US despite being one of the most studied COX-2 inhibitors |
| 24/09/2007 |
Exelon® patch receives European Union approval, the first skin patch therapy to treat Alzheimer's disease |
| 21/09/2007 |
Tasigna® recommended for European approval to treat rare form of leukemia no longer responding to Glivec® |
| 21/09/2007 |
Eucreas®, a single-tablet combination of Galvus® and metformin, recommended for EU approval for type 2 diabetes |
| 18/09/2007 |
First osteoporosis study in patients with hip fracture finds once-yearly Aclasta®-Reclast® prevents additional fractures and improves survival |
| 17/09/2007 |
New data for Galvus® provide further evidence of robust efficacy and tolerability in treating patients with type 2 diabetes |
| 14/09/2007 |
Novartis completes agreement with Bayer Schering related to Betaseron® rights and manufacturing |
| 10/09/2007 |
US federal appeals court temporarily stops Teva from selling its generic version of the Novartis medicine Famvir® |
| 07/09/2007 |
Novartis to defend its intellectual property rights for Famvir® despite an at-risk generic launch in US |
| 05/09/2007 |
Cubicin® receives European approval to expand use to treating two additional types of life-threatening hospital infections |
| 03/09/2007 |
Novartis completes divestment program with transfer of Gerber baby foods business |
| 02/09/2007 |
Study shows Rasilez®, the first and only approved direct renin inhibitor, reduces a marker of heart failure severity and is well-tolerated |
| 31/08/2007 |
Sandoz Receives European Commission Approval for biosimilar epoetin alfa |
| 29/08/2007 |
Novartis announces the retirement of Urs Baerlocher |
| 27/08/2007 |
Rasilez® receives EU approval, the first major innovation in high blood pressure treatment for more than a decade |
| 18/08/2007 |
Reclast® receives US regulatory approval as first and only once-yearly treatment for women with postmenopausal osteoporosis |
| 16/08/2007 |
Novartis starts US shipment of Fluvirin® allowing for early influenza vaccination of millions of Americans |
| 10/08/2007 |
FDA grants additional six months marketing exclusivity for the high blood pressure medicine Diovan® |
| 06/08/2007 |
Novartis concerned Indian court ruling will discourage investments in innovation needed to bring better medicines to patients |
| 25/07/2007 |
Tasigna® approved in Switzerland based on impressive efficacy in patients with a form of leukemia no longer responding to Glivec® |
| 23/07/2007 |
Novartis completes its fourth share repurchase program |
| 20/07/2007 |
New data show Tekturna® and Diovan® used together provide additive blood pressure reductions |
| 19/07/2007 |
Exelon® skin patch recommended for European approval, the first use of this new technology to treat patients with Alzheimer's disease |
| 19/07/2007 |
Aclasta® recommended for European approval as the first once-yearly treatment for women with postmenopausal osteoporosis |
| 19/07/2007 |
Galvus®, a new oral treatment for type 2 diabetes, receives positive opinion recommending European Union approval |
| 17/07/2007 |
Novartis delivers strong performance in first half of 2007 (H1 - Report) |
| 09/07/2007 |
Exelon®Patch, the first and only skin patch for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, receives first worldwide approval in US |
| 03/07/2007 |
Novartis plans 30% increase in US supplies of Fluvirin® influenza vaccines and delivery of 40 million doses for 2007/2008 season |
| 02/07/2007 |
Novartis completes divestment of Medical Nutrition business |
| 02/07/2007 |
Novartis enhances its vaccine pipeline by gaining access to Intercell's key technologies and vaccines programs |
| 25/06/2007 |
New data from multiple studies show Galvus® delivers consistent and robust blood sugar control in patients with type 2 diabetes |
| 22/06/2007 |
Sandoz receives positive EU opinion for approval of epoetin alfa biosimilar |
| 22/06/2007 |
Rasilez®, an important new treatment for high blood pressure, receives positive opinion recommending European Union approval |
| 21/06/2007 |
Exforge® receives final US approval as new and powerful treatment option for patients with high blood pressure |
| 15/06/2007 |
Prexige® study shows significantly less impact on blood pressure than ibuprofen in osteoarthritis patients with controlled hypertension |
| 13/06/2007 |
Novartis gains European approval for its innovative flu vaccine Optaflu® |
| 11/06/2007 |
US court allows Teva to resume US sales of its generic version of Lotrel |
| 04/06/2007 |
Study shows one year of Glivec® reduces risk of cancer returning by 82% following surgery for gastrointestinal stromal tumors |
| 29/05/2007 |
US court continues to prevent Teva from shipping any additional generic copies of the high blood pressure medicine Lotrel |
| 21/05/2007 |
Exforge® helps vast majority of patients effectively control their blood pressure after failing on other medicines, according to new clinical data |
| 21/05/2007 |
Single-tablet combination of Tekturna® and diuretic, an important new option for people with high blood pressure, submitted for US approval |
| 08/05/2007 |
Focetria®, the Novartis pandemic influenza vaccine, receives European Union approval |
| 30/04/2007 |
Sebivo® approved in European Union as a new first-line treatment for chronic hepatitis B |
| 27/04/2007 |
Optaflu®, the Novartis cell culture-derived influenza vaccine, receives positive opinion supporting European Union regulatory approval |
| 27/04/2007 |
Diovan® achieved 40% reduction in stroke and cardiovascular events in landmark Jikei Heart Study |
| 26/04/2007 |
Over 10 000 Novartis associates worldwide take part in Community Partnership Day |
| 25/04/2007 |
Novartis delivers 4.7 million treatments of anti-malarial medicine to Tanzania on Africa Malaria Day |
| 25/04/2007 |
Novartis expands portfolio of respiratory medicines by acquiring rights to a novel therapeutic vaccine against nicotine addiction |
| 23/04/2007 |
Novartis with dynamic growth in the 2007 first quarter (Q1 - Media release) |
| 23/04/2007 |
Novartis with dynamic growth in the 2007 first quarter (Q1 - Report) |
| 19/04/2007 |
Novartis expands late-stage oncology pipeline with AS1404, a novel agent shown to break down blood vessels that support tumor growth |
| 17/04/2007 |
Reclast® receives US approval as a highly effective treatment for patients with Paget's disease of the bone |
| 12/04/2007 |
Positive results prompt US National Cancer Institute to make Glivec® available to patients in post-surgical GIST study |
| 12/04/2007 |
Novartis completes its business portfolio restructuring, divesting Gerber for USD 5.5 billion to Nestlé |
| 30/03/2007 |
Novartis suspends US marketing and sales of Zelnorm(R) in response to request from FDA |
| 26/03/2007 |
Tekturna®, first new type of high blood pressure medicine in a decade, provides additional blood pressure reduction when used with Diovan® |
| 26/03/2007 |
Novartis to launch its own branded version of a leading multiple sclerosis therapy through agreement with Bayer Schering Pharma |
| 13/03/2007 |
Novartis ranked No. 1 among pharmaceutical companies in Fortune magazine's ''World's Most Admired Companies'' survey |
| 06/03/2007 |
Novartis shareholders approve all resolutions at 2007 Annual General Meeting, including dividend increase and Board elections |
| 06/03/2007 |
Tekturna® - the first new type of high blood pressure medicine in more than a decade - receives its first approval in the US |
| 03/03/2007 |
Novartis to market newly approved Procleix® Tigris® System in U.S. as the first fully automated system for West Nile virus blood screening |
| 02/03/2007 |
Sebivo® approved in China for treatment of chronic hepatitis B, the nation's second leading cause of death |
| 26/02/2007 |
Leading proxy advisory firm ISS recommends Novartis shareholders to approve all Board proposals at next Annual General Meeting |
| 26/02/2007 |
Novartis committed to making Galvus® available for patients with type 2 diabetes after US regulators issue ''approvable letter'' |
| 23/02/2007 |
Focetria® pandemic influenza vaccine receives positive European Union regulatory agency opinion supporting approval |
| 15/02/2007 |
Novartis seeking clarity in Indian patent laws, a critical incentive for long-term R&D investments into better medicines for patients |
| 12/02/2007 |
Novartis, The Broad Institute, and Lund University announce release of genome-wide analysis of genes associated with type 2 diabetes and related metabolic disorders |
| 09/02/2007 |
Novartis proposes approval of tenth consecutive higher dividend payment and election of new Board member at Annual General Meeting |
| 01/02/2007 |
Novartis files 2006 annual report on Form 20-Fwith the US Securities and Exchange Commission |
| 25/01/2007 |
Novartis Institute for Tropical Diseases inaugurates new Indonesian research initiative to study dengue fever, tuberculosis and malaria |
| 24/01/2007 |
Lucentis® receives approval in the European Union - the first drug to improve vision in patients with wet AMD, a leading cause of blindness |
| 18/01/2007 |
Exforge® approved in Europe as powerful new blood pressure therapy combining two leading medications in a single pill |
| 18/01/2007 |
Novartis strategic healthcare portfolio drives sustained strong performance with record full-year results in 2006 |
| 17/01/2007 |
Novartis receives US government contract to further develop a novel antigen technology that could extend vaccine supplies in a pandemic outbreak |
| 22/12/2006 |
Exforge® receives US regulatory approval as a new and highly effective treatment option for patients with high blood pressure |
| 14/12/2006 |
Novartis making significant progress in creating new strategic growth platform in human vaccines, names site for new division headquarters |
| 14/12/2006 |
Novartis to further focus on healthcare, reaching agreement to sell its Medical Nutrition business |
| 14/12/2006 |
Novartis announces three-month extension of US regulatory review period for Tekturna® |
| 11/12/2006 |
Pivotal submission data shows Tasigna® achieved impressive response rates in chronic myeloid leukemia patients no longer helped by Glivec® |
| 06/12/2006 |
Glivec® demonstrates highest five-year overall survival rate in history of treatment for patients with chronic myeloid leukemia |
| 06/12/2006 |
New evidence reinforces efficacy and tolerability of Galvus® as a new once-daily oral treatment option for patients with type 2 diabetes |
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