Teva acknowledges promising results of DEFINE study in MS

Apr 22 2011

We acknowledge the results of the DEFINE study seem promising for patients. It is important to note that as a general rule, results obtained in clinical trials in multiple sclerosis (MS) cannot be compared, unless agents are tested in a head-to-head manner in the same trial.

Methodological differences between the DEFINE and ALLEGRO studies, mainly in the definition of the key endpoints, only underscore the inability to compare these two important clinical trials.

There are many considerations when choosing a treatment for MS. Based on the ALLEGRO results, Teva believes that laquinimod has the potential to be a safe, convenient and effective, once-daily oral therapy option with a unique mechanism of action that will address unmet needs for MS patients.

It is important to remember that MS affects each person differently. It is of vital importance that patients have numerous treatment options available to choose from in order to find a therapy that best meets their needs and manages their symptoms. We are proud to offer patients COPAXONE® today, and look forward to bringing our laquinimod product to market in the future.

Teva's goal is to make quality healthcare accessible to patients around the world.