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FDA approves first interchangeable ranibizumab biosimilar Ranluspec

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4 August 2026

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opportunities

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Biotech

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United States

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Fusion42 · 1 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

The US FDA approved Ranluspec, the first interchangeable ranibizumab biosimilar with dual-presentation forms, for treating key retinal conditions. This approval enables pharmacist substitution without prescriber intervention, potentially improving treatment access for conditions like wet AMD.

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◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You can now position yourself in the US retinal treatment market where pharmacists can swap Lucentis for Ranluspec without extra approvals. This opens paths to streamline supply in eye care clinics and challenges existing brands on pharmacies’ shelves.

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