Rigel Pharmaceuticals Acquires U.S. Rights to GAVRETO®
“NSCLC is the most common type of lung cancer in the U.S. with RET fusions representing 1-2% of the patient population. GAVRETO is a targeted treatment option with an established safety profile that has shown durable responses in RET fusion-positive NSCLC patients and represents a compelling addition to our commercial portfolio,” said Raul Rodriguez, Rigel’s president and CEO. “We are excited about this transaction, as we continue to realize our corporate strategy to grow our hematology and oncology business while leveraging our existing commercial and medical affairs infrastructure and expertise. GAVRETO is the third commercial product in our portfolio, supporting top line growth and our commitment to providing differentiated therapies to patients in need.”
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