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Merck's Sotatercept Therapy for Lung Disease Gains UK Approval

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Merck's Sotatercept Therapy for Lung Disease Gains UK Approval

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  • The UK’s **Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA)** has approved Merck’s therapy for a **rare lung condition**.
  • The drug, **sotatercept**, was previously approved in the **U.S.** and the **European Union**, expanding its availability.
  • Approval is based on a study showing **improved exercise capacity** in patients with **pulmonary arterial hypertension**.
  • Merck acquired sotatercept in its **$11.5 billion** deal with **Acceleron Pharma** in 2021 to strengthen its cardiovascular portfolio.
  • **Winrevair**, the brand name for sotatercept, is priced at **$14,000 per vial** in the U.S. and projected sales may reach **$1 billion** by 2025.

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