Everest MED (01952) Rises Over 3% as LERCHOL® Gains FDA Approval; BLA Submission Expected in Greater China in H1 2025

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Everest MED (01952) surged more than 3%, reaching HK$48.44 by the time of writing, with a trading volume of HK$131 million. The company announced via its official WeChat account that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the Biologics License Application (BLA) for LERCHOL® (lerodalcibep-liga) injection, a cardiovascular disease treatment developed by LIB Therapeutics. The drug is indicated to lower LDL-C levels in adults with hypercholesterolemia, including heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), alongside diet and exercise.

In December 2025, Everest MED entered into a licensing agreement with Hisun Bio to secure exclusive rights for the clinical development, registration, and commercialization of LERCHOL® (lerodalcibep) in Greater China. LERCHOL® is a novel small-molecule protein-conjugated third-generation PCSK9 inhibitor designed to help patients achieve and maintain long-term LDL-C control.

As the first PCSK9 inhibitor fusion protein, LERCHOL® offers low immunogenicity and superior safety. Its patient-friendly features include once-monthly self-administration via a small-volume subcutaneous injection, extended room-temperature stability (up to three months), and portability for home or travel use. These advantages position LERCHOL® as a unique alternative to existing PCSK9 inhibitors.

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