Merck KGaA fails midphase lupus trial arm, says totality of data support further development

One of Merck KGaA’s leading immunology assets has flunked the latest part of a phase 2 lupus trial. Despite the primary endpoint miss, Merck has concluded further development is warranted in light of responses seen in subgroups and a recent win in another form of the disease.

Mar 7, 2025 - 14:21
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Merck KGaA fails midphase lupus trial arm, says totality of data support further development
One of Merck KGaA’s leading immunology assets has flunked the latest part of a phase 2 lupus trial. Despite the primary endpoint miss, Merck has concluded further development is warranted in light of responses seen in subgroups and a recent win in another form of the disease.