Cell Therapeutics Initiates Process to Obtain Marketing Approval for Pixantrone...(upport of Marketing Authorization Applic...),Health

Date:7/28/2009

upport of Marketing Authorization Applications (MAA). In addition, SME status may result in reduced or deferred fees associated with marketing authorization applications, scientific advice and inspections. The EMEA also provides for translation of certain required documents. Restricted to companies based in the European Union, SME status has been granted to CTI Life Sciences Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of CTI, based in London, UK.

About Pixantrone

Pixantrone (BBR 2778) is a novel major groove binder with an aza-anthracenedione molecular structure that differentiates it from the anthracyclines and other related chemotherapy agents. Anthracyclines are the cornerstone therapeutic for the treatment of lymphoma, leukemia, and breast cancer. Although they are sufficiently effective to be used as first-line (initial) treatment, they cause cumulative heart damage that may result in congestive heart failure many years later. As a result, there is a lifetime limit of anthracycline doses and most patients who previously have been treated with an anthracycline are not able to receive further anthracycline treatment if their disease returns. It also can be administered through a peripheral vein rather than a central implanted catheter as required for other drugs in this class.

About Cell Therapeutics, Inc.

Headquartered in Seattle, CTI is a biopharmaceutical company committed to developing an integrated portfolio of oncology products aimed at making cancer more treatable. For additional information, please visit www.CellTherapeutics.com.

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