Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated

FDA approves ALYFTREK, a once-daily CFTR modulator for cystic fibrosis in patients 6+ with responsive mutations, including 31 not responsive to other therapies. ALYFTREK showed non-inferiority to TRIKAFTA in ppFEV1 and decreased sweat chloride.

The FDA approved vanzacaftor/tezacaftor/deutivacaftor (Alyftrek) for cystic fibrosis in patients 6+ with at least 1 F508del mutation or a responsive mutation. Alyftrek, a once-daily CFTR modulator, met primary and secondary endpoints in phase 3 trials, showing non-inferiority to Trikafta in ppFEV1 and superiority in reducing sweat chloride levels.

Vertex announces FDA approval for TRIKAFTA to include 94 additional non-F508del CFTR mutations, expanding eligibility to 300 more U.S. cystic fibrosis patients for the first time.

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals announces long-term data for CASGEVY™, a CRISPR/Cas9 gene-edited therapy for severe sickle cell disease (SCD) and transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia (TDT), demonstrating transformative, durable benefits and a consistent safety profile. The therapy is approved in multiple countries, with Vertex continuing to secure sustainable patient access and expanding manufacturing capabilities.

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals reports Q3 2024 product revenue of $2.77 billion, up 12% YoY, and raises full-year guidance to $10.8-$10.9 billion. The company prepares for potential launches of vanzacaftor triple for CF and suzetrigine for acute pain, with three programs advancing to Phase 3. CEO Reshma Kewalramani highlights strong progress and launch preparedness.

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