Glenmark Pharmaceuticals has announced the launch of TEVIMBRA® (tislelizumab) in India, marking its entry into the immuno-oncology space. This anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody, developed by global oncology firm BeiGene (now BeOne Medicines), is approved for the treatment of advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC).
The drug is designed to restore T-cell function and minimize off-target immune suppression, having shown strong efficacy and safety in global trials. Already approved in over 46 countries including the U.S. and EU, TEVIMBRA has been used in treating more than 1.5 million patients worldwide.
Glenmark’s President Alok Malik stated that the company is committed to transforming cancer care in India by making cutting-edge immunotherapies accessible. The launch comes at a time when cancer incidence in India is sharply rising, especially NSCLC and ESCC which dominate their respective cancer types in the country.
This milestone aligns with Glenmark’s broader ambition to build a globally benchmarked oncology portfolio, adding to its existing focus areas of respiratory and dermatology.
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