Japan’s PMDA approves Initiation of Clinical Trial for CAR-T Therapy Equecabtagene Autoleucel in 2L/3L Multiple Myeloma
Ms. Jinhua Zhang, Founder, Chairperson, and CEO of IASO Bio, commented: “Following the CTN clearance for Eque-cel in late-line r/r MM in Japan in October 2025, this subsequent clearance for second- or third-line indications further demonstrates the high recognition by Japan’s PMDA of the product’s clinical value and the strength of China’s clinical data. This also lays a solid foundation for us to efficiently advance global development of our products through the MRCT (multi-regional clinical trial) pathway. We will accelerate the progress of relevant clinical trials and look forward to benefiting more patients in Japan and around the world with this advanced China-developed CAR-T therapy as soon as possible.”
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