- Merck initiated pivotal Phase 2b/3 MALBEC trial for MK-8748 (Tiespectus) in neovascular age-related macular degeneration.
- Decision follows results already presented from Phase 1/2a RIOJA trial, which supported moving drug into late-stage development.
- Program targets longer-lasting control of retinal vascular leakage, aiming to reduce risk of further vision loss versus current options.
- Second late-stage study in neovascular age-related macular degeneration is scheduled to begin this year.
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