Alfasigma completes acquisition of Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Seite 2

Francesco Balestrieri, CEO of Alfasigma, added: “Today, we complete a transformational acquisition which strongly aligns with our strategy of building a solid presence in gastroenterology and hepatology, Alfasigma’s core business areas. Intercept’s leading product Ocaliva is the first and only FDA approved second line treatment for adult patients with PBC. Furthermore, Alfasigma will benefit from a strengthened innovation and R&D pipeline, including the addition of a novel fixed-dose combination of obeticholic acid and bezafibrate with potential to establish a new paradigm in the treatment of patients with PBC. This deal represents a significant progress in Alfasigma's international growth plan, and we look forward to working with our colleagues at Intercept to provide innovative and effective treatment options for patients affected by severe liver diseases, and to growing our business in the United States”.

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