SynthesisBioDrugs : clinical immunotherapeutics, biopharmaceuticals and gene therapy2022
Switching from One Biosimilar to Another Biosimilar of the Same Reference Biologic: A Systematic Review of Studies.
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Who cites it
21 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
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- Position statement of the Biotechnology Committee of the Brazilian Society of Rheumatology on the interchangeability of originator and biosimilar biologics in immune-mediated rheumatic diseases.Advances in rheumatology (London, England) · 2026Review
- Biosimilar Uptake in Spain from 2016 to 2023: Analysis Based on Official Data Collection.BioDrugs : clinical immunotherapeutics, biopharmaceuticals and gene therapy · 2026Article
- Analysis of data on biosimilar prescription rates in rheumatology practice from a reference center in Turkey.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- Switching from Adalimumab Reference Product to and Among Adalimumab Biosimilars Outside the USA: Insights for US Clinicians.BioDrugs : clinical immunotherapeutics, biopharmaceuticals and gene therapy · 2025Review
- The Path to Accessible Care: Development and Impact of Eculizumab Biosimilars for Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria and Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome.BioDrugs : clinical immunotherapeutics, biopharmaceuticals and gene therapy · 2025Review
- Efficacy, Safety, and Immunogenicity of SDZ-ADL, an Adalimumab Biosimilar, in Biologic-Naïve and Switched Patients with Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases: A Literature Review.Advances in therapy · 2025Review
- Accelerating Earlier Access to Anti-TNF-α Agents with Biosimilar Medicines in the Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Review
- Evaluating biosimilars: safety, efficacy, and regulatory considerations in clinical studies.International journal of clinical pharmacy · 2025Review
- Introducing the Biosimilar Paradigm to Neurology: The Totality of Evidence for the First Biosimilar Natalizumab.BioDrugs : clinical immunotherapeutics, biopharmaceuticals and gene therapy · 2024Review
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- Consensus-Based Overarching Principles and Recommendations on the Use of Biosimilars in the Treatment of Inflammatory Arthritis in the Gulf Region.BioDrugs : clinical immunotherapeutics, biopharmaceuticals and gene therapy · 2024Article
- Additional Data in Expanded Patient Populations and New Indications Support the Practice of Biosimilar-to-Biosimilar Switching.BioDrugs : clinical immunotherapeutics, biopharmaceuticals and gene therapy · 2024Review
- An Update on Anti-TNF Biosimilar Switching-Real-World Clinical Effectiveness and Safety.Journal of the Canadian Association of Gastroenterology · 2024Article
- Biosimilars in Dermatology Review.Journal of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis · 2024Review
- Future Evolution of Biosimilar Development by Application of Current Science and Available Evidence: The Developer's Perspective.BioDrugs : clinical immunotherapeutics, biopharmaceuticals and gene therapy · 2023Article
- Real-world switching and discontinuation outcomes of infliximab biosimilars in patients with rheumatoid arthritis: A scoping review.Journal of managed care & specialty pharmacy · 2023Article
- Assessment of Reported Adverse Events After Interchanging Between TNF-α Inhibitor Biosimilars in the WHO Pharmacovigilance Database.BioDrugs : clinical immunotherapeutics, biopharmaceuticals and gene therapy · 2023Article
- Molecular Biosimilarity-An AI-Driven Paradigm Shift.International journal of molecular sciences · 2022Review
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Abstract
backgroundMultiple switches (transitions) between biosimilars of the same reference biologic are now a reality, and they are expected to become more common in the future as more biosimilars enter the market. Switching between two biosimilars of the same reference biologic is generally driven by affordability, formulary requirements, or the relocation/travel of the patient. Evidence of whether switching between biosimilars of the same reference biologic provides similar safety and efficacy profiles is reviewed here.
methodsA systematic search was undertaken using electronic databases (to December 2021): Biosis, Embase, MEDLINE, and EBM Reviews/Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews via Ovid. Publications were evaluated for effectiveness and/or safety data linked to switching from one biosimilar to another.
resultsThe systematic search yielded 982 citations. After eliminating duplicates, 626 citations remained for the initial title/abstract screening phase. Following the initial screening, 240 records were chosen; more thorough examination yielded 35 citations. After comprehensive screening and expert advice, 23 studies were selected, of which 13 were published in peer-reviewed journals; the remainder have been published as abstracts. Overall, 3657 patients were included in these studies. All studies were observational in nature; no randomized clinical trials were identified. The studies were heterogeneous in size, design, and endpoints. Across the studies, data are provided on safety, effectiveness, immunogenicity, pharmacokinetics, patient retention, patient and physician perceptions, and drug-use patterns. The majority of studies examined switches between biosimilar infliximabs, although switches between biosimilar adalimumabs, etanercepts, and rituximabs were also identified. Two use-pattern studies and one case report were also detected and are discussed.
conclusionWithin the limitations of this systematic review, available data suggests that biosimilar-to-biosimilar switching is a safe and effective clinical practice, although it is not covered by current health authority regulations or guidance. No reduction in effectiveness or increase in adverse events was detected in biosimilar-to-biosimilar switching studies conducted to date.
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