Kiklin bixalomer regulatory update

Astellas said Japan approved an sNDA for a granule formulation of Kiklin bixalomer to treat hyperphosphatemia in patients on dialysis with chronic kidney disease (CKD). In 2012, Astellas launched a capsule formulation of the metal-free, non-absorbed polymeric phosphate-binding agent for the indication in the country. In February, Japan approved an sNDA for Kiklin capsules to treat CKD patients not on dialysis with hyperphosphatemia. ...