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-- IMC-A12 is a fully-human monoclonal antibody that targets the insulin-like growth factor-1 receptor (IGF-1R). Phase II testing is underway in breast, prostate, pancreatic, colorectal, liver and head and neck cancers, as well as sarcoma, with Phase III trials planned in 2009. IMC-A12 has the potential to work with a variety of other targeted agents.
-- IMC-11F8 is a potent, fully human monoclonal antibody that targets the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR). It is currently in Phase II studies for metastatic colorectal cancer with one or more Phase III trials planned in 2009.
In summarizing Lilly's research and development potential, Dr. Paul concluded, "Despite the challenges we face, the opportunities are also growing - the science has never been richer and there is no lack of unmet medical needs that we can address through our R&D efforts."
Commercial Performance - Top 10 in Worldwide Sales, Fastest Growing U.S. Pharma
Derica Rice, Lilly's chief financial officer, provided an update on the company's commercial performance, focusing on the five key medicines that are driving top-line growth (Cymbalta(R), Byetta(R), Humalog(R), Cialis(R), and Alimta(R)), as well as the company's largest-selling product, Zyprexa, and Elanco, the company's animal health division.
"Lilly is completing another year of solid operating performance," said Rice. "The strong results we've seen year-to-date reflect an ongoing focus on execution across all geographies and across our product portfolio. This positions us for success in 2009 and will enable us to effectively deal with the patent expirations we will face in the next decade."
Through the first nine months of 2008, the company's sales have grown 12
percent on a pro forma basis, with fully half of that growth, or 6 percent,
resulting from volume gains in most major geographic areas. According to
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