GSK to buy experimental MASH drug for $1.2B upfront

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Andrew Joseph , 2025-05-14 08:25:00

Andrew Joseph covers health, medicine, and the biopharma industry in Europe. You can reach Andrew on Signal at drewqjoseph.45.

LONDON — GSK said Wednesday it would purchase an experimental liver disease medicine from Boston Pharmaceuticals for $1.2 billion upfront, seeking to build up its pipeline of future medicines. 

The drug, called efimosfermin, is in development to treat a liver condition called MASH, an indication that a number of drugmakers are pursuing. The once-monthly drug is also being considered as a treatment for alcohol-related liver disease. 

The deal for efimosfermin, which GSK described as ready for Phase 3 studies, includes another $800 million if certain milestones are met.

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