Biogen Resets Aduhelm Expectations, Expects Longer, Slower Path To Significant Sales
Best Case Scenario: Meaningful Patient Access Over Time
Executive Summary
The company reported $1m in Q4 sales of its Alzheimer’s drug. Biogen expects Aduhelm to make a minimal contribution to full-year 2022 revenues, which will total about $1bn less than in 2021.
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