GSK secures FDA approval for Exdensur, the first twice-yearly biologic for treating severe asthma with an eosinophilic phenotype.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved GSK's add-on drug to treat asthma and a chronic inflammatory sinus condition, the drugmaker said on Tuesday, paving the way for a less frequently dosed treatment option for patients to enter the market.
UK's health regulator on Monday approved GSK's twice-yearly drug for use as an add-on treatment for asthma in patients aged 12 and older, as well as for a chronic inflammatory sinus condition in adults.
| Pharmaceuticals Industry | Healthcare Sector | Emma Natasha Walmsley CEO | XFRA Exchange | US37733W2044 ISIN |
| GB Country | 68,629 Employees | 14 Nov 2025 Last Dividend | 22 Jul 2022 Last Split | - IPO Date |
GSK plc, previously known as GlaxoSmithKline plc until its name change in May 2022, stands as a formidable entity in the pharmaceutical sector with a rich history dating back to 1715. With its global headquarters in Brentford, the United Kingdom, GSK focuses on the research, development, and manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, including vaccines and specialty medicines aimed at preventing and treating a myriad of diseases. This multinational corporation has a broad operational footprint spanning the United Kingdom, the United States, and other international markets. GSK is structured into two main operational segments: Commercial Operations and Total R&D (Research & Development), indicating a robust commitment to innovation in healthcare. Additionally, GSK plc actively engages in strategic collaborations, such as those with CureVac for mRNA-based influenza vaccines, and with Wave Life Sciences and Elsie Biotechnologies, Inc for the advancement of oligonucleotide platform technologies.
GSK's portfolio encompasses a wide range of vaccines and medications designed to combat various diseases, underpinned by the company's significant investments in research and development: