Will Alkermes Data Package Support ALKS 5461 Approval?
Executive Summary
Alkermes revealed successful completion of its third Phase III trial for the depression drug ALKS 5461 as well as a risky plan to seek FDA approval based on two negative and one positive late-stage study.
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