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AbbVie Inc. (NYSE: ABBV) is a pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing company that regularly issues news on its medicines, research programs, collaborations and manufacturing plans. Company communications emphasize a mission to discover and deliver medicines and solutions in key therapeutic areas such as immunology, oncology, neuroscience and eye care, as well as offerings in its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.
News about AbbVie often covers clinical and scientific developments, particularly in oncology and blood cancers. The company has reported new data at major medical meetings, including results for investigational agents like etentamig (ABBV‑383) and PVEK, and updates on approved medicines such as EPKINLY (epcoritamab-bysp) and VENCLEXTA (venetoclax). Releases may detail trial outcomes, regulatory milestones, and additional indications under investigation.
Investors and observers can also find corporate and financial updates in AbbVie’s news flow, including announcements of earnings conference calls, participation in healthcare and investor conferences, and guidance-related information that aligns with its SEC filings. The company additionally highlights strategic agreements and collaborations, such as its exclusive licensing agreement with RemeGen for the PD‑1/VEGF bispecific antibody RC148 and its voluntary agreement with the U.S. administration focused on access, affordability and U.S.-based investment.
Another recurring theme in AbbVie’s news is manufacturing and investment activity. The company has announced a definitive agreement to acquire a device manufacturing facility in Tempe, Arizona, to expand drug delivery device manufacturing for immunology and neuroscience medicines, and has referenced multi‑year commitments to U.S. R&D and capital investments. AbbVie also publishes stories on patient- and community-focused initiatives, such as the “Second Winds” film about people living with chronic lymphocytic leukemia. For readers tracking ABBV, this news stream provides insight into the company’s research pipeline, regulatory progress, capital allocation and patient engagement efforts.
AbbVie announced the FDA's approval of RINVOQ (upadacitinib) for treating adults with active psoriatic arthritis (PsA) who are unresponsive or intolerant to TNF blockers. This approval is backed by two Phase 3 trials, SELECT-PsA 1 and SELECT-PsA 2, where RINVOQ met its primary endpoint with ACR20 responses of 71% and 57% vs. placebo. It demonstrated significant improvements in joint efficacy, physical function, and fatigue. Despite its benefits, RINVOQ carries risks of serious infections and cardiovascular events, particularly in older patients with heart disease risk factors.
Allergan, part of AbbVie, announced the availability of VUITY™ (pilocarpine HCl ophthalmic solution) 1.25%, the first FDA-approved eye drop for treating presbyopia, affecting around 128 million Americans. The innovative formulation utilizes proprietary pHast™ technology to enhance near vision while maintaining distance focus. Clinical studies demonstrated significant efficacy, with participants achieving notable improvements in visual acuity.
VUITY is now available by prescription in pharmacies across the U.S., emphasizing AbbVie's commitment to advancing eye care.
AbbVie announced promising top-line results from the Phase 3 U-EXCEED study of upadacitinib for moderate to severe Crohn's disease. At week 12, 39% of patients achieved clinical remission via CDAI, and 40% showed remission via SF/AP, significantly outperforming the placebo (21% and 14%, respectively; p0.0001). Endoscopic response was seen in 35% of the upadacitinib group versus 4% in placebo (p<0.0001). The safety profile remains consistent with previous studies, with common adverse events predominantly mild. Full data will be presented at medical conferences soon.
AbbVie has updated the U.S. prescribing information for RINVOQ (upadacitinib) for moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA) treatment. This follows an FDA Drug Safety Communication on Sept. 1, 2021, which flagged risks like malignancy and major adverse cardiac events (MACE) associated with JAK inhibitors. The updated label now emphasizes these risks in the warnings section. RINVOQ is now indicated for patients with an inadequate response or intolerance to TNF blockers. The FDA is also reviewing supplemental applications for RINVOQ for several additional conditions.
AbbVie has submitted an application to the European Medicines Agency (EMA) for risankizumab (SKYRIZI) as a treatment for moderate to severe active Crohn's disease in patients aged 16 and older. This application is based on results from three pivotal Phase 3 studies: ADVANCE, MOTIVATE, and FORTIFY, which demonstrated significant improvements in clinical remission and endoscopic response. No new safety risks were identified compared to the existing safety profile. Approval is still pending, and risankizumab's use for Crohn's disease has not yet been established by regulatory authorities.
AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) will participate in the 4th Annual Evercore ISI Virtual HealthCONx Conference on December 2, 2021, at 11:10 a.m. CT. Key executives, including Michael Severino, Robert A. Michael, and Jeffrey R. Stewart, will present. A live audio webcast will be available on AbbVie’s Investor Relations website, with an archived edition accessible later that day. AbbVie aims to discover innovative medicines to address serious health issues across various therapeutic areas, including immunology and oncology.
AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) will participate in the Piper Sandler 33rd Annual Virtual Healthcare Conference on December 1, 2021, at 9:30 a.m. CT. Key executives, including Michael Severino, Robert A. Michael, and Jeffrey R. Stewart, will present during the event. The presentation can be accessed via a live audio webcast on AbbVie's Investor Relations website, with an archived version available later that day. AbbVie is dedicated to discovering innovative treatments across various therapeutic areas, including immunology, oncology, and neuroscience.
On November 19, 2021, AbbVie announced that its Allergan Aesthetics division will present six abstracts at the virtual American Society for Dermatologic Surgery meeting from November 19-21. The presentations will highlight innovative findings on aesthetic treatments, particularly featuring BOTOX® Cosmetic. Two abstracts received recognition as 'Best of Cosmetic Oral Abstracts.' One of the sessions, led by Dr. Arisa Ortiz, will showcase the SkinMedica® TNS® Advanced+ Serum's efficacy in enhancing skin appearance. This meeting reinforces Allergan's commitment to advancing aesthetic medicine.
On November 18, 2021, AbbVie published a literature review in Advances in Therapy, outlining the economic benefits of achieving clinical remission in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The review indicates that remission is linked to substantial cost savings: 19%-52% in direct medical costs and 37%-75% in indirect costs. Patients with sustained remission experience fewer disease flares and require less medical intervention. The findings emphasize the importance of treatment strategies aimed at reaching remission, as recommended by clinical guidelines. The review analyzed 16 studies from various countries, emphasizing the crucial role of remission in enhancing patient quality of life.
AbbVie announced that the European Commission has approved SKYRIZI® (risankizumab) for treating adults with active psoriatic arthritis who have not responded adequately to other treatments. This approval, based on Phase 3 clinical trials KEEPsAKE-1 and KEEPsAKE-2, marks the second indication for SKYRIZI in the EU. The studies reported significant improvements in patient outcomes, with 57.3% and 51.3% of participants achieving the primary efficacy endpoint at week 24, compared to placebo. The safety profile aligns with previous data, showing no new risks.