RYBREVANT FASPRO™ (amivantamab and hyaluronidase-lpuj) plus immunotherapy shows strong clinical benefit with 56 percent overall response rate in first-line recurrent or metastatic head and neck cancer

On February 19, 2026 Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) reported new results from the Phase 1b/2 OrigAMI-4 study showing that first-line treatment with investigational subcutaneous amivantamab and hyaluronidase-lpuj in combination with a PD-1 inhibitor delivered clinically meaningful and durable antitumor activity in patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) that is recurrent or metastatic, PD-L1-positive, and human papillomavirus (HPV)-unrelated. Data were presented during a plenary session at the 2026 Multidisciplinary Head and Neck Cancers Symposium (MHNCS) (Abstract #2).1

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Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma is an aggressive disease, and many patients see their cancer return or spread after their initial diagnosis. In the first-line recurrent or metastatic setting, outcomes remain poor with current standard of care. PD-1 monotherapy has historically achieved response rates of approximately 18 percent, and only modest improvements are seen when chemotherapy is added, leaving many patients without meaningful benefit.2,3 This underscores the need for approaches that address additional drivers of disease including epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) and mesenchymal-epithelial transition (MET), which contribute to tumor growth and treatment resistance.4,5,6 Data from lung cancer, where these same pathways have been well characterized, suggest that targeting both may change disease biology and improve outcomes.7

"From a clinical perspective, rapid and durable disease control is an important goal in the first-line treatment of head and neck cancer," said Ranee Mehra,* M.D., Director of Head and Neck Medical Oncology and Professor of Medicine at the Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Maryland. "Combining subcutaneous amivantamab with immunotherapy is promising because it targets key drivers of tumor growth and resistance, which is resulting in deeper responses compared with current standards. Continued research will be important to build on these findings and better understand how this approach may fit into first-line treatment."

Detailed Study Results

In Cohort 2 of the OrigAMI-4 study, treatment with subcutaneous amivantamab plus pembrolizumab, administered every three weeks, demonstrated a confirmed overall response rate of 56 percent (22/39; 95 percent confidence interval [CI], 40-72), including six complete responses (four confirmed at the time of analysis, which represents a 10 percent complete response rate) and 18 partial responses (all confirmed). At a median follow-up of 10.4 months (range, 1.6-12.5), 46 percent of patients remained on treatment. Tumor shrinkage of target lesions was observed in 82 percent of patients. The clinical benefit rate, defined as confirmed response or durable stable disease, was 74 percent (29/39; 95 percent CI, 58-87). Responses occurred rapidly, with a median time to first response of 9.7 weeks, and treatment was ongoing in 64 percent of confirmed responders (14/22) at the time of data cutoff. Median progression-free survival was 7.7 months (95 percent CI, 5.0-not estimable). The median overall survival was not estimable.1

The safety profile of subcutaneous amivantamab and pembrolizumab was consistent with those of the individual agents, with no new safety signals identified. The most common treatment-emergent adverse events, occurring in more than 30 percent of patients, were rash (49 percent), paronychia (46 percent), hypoalbuminemia (41 percent), dermatitis acneiform (38 percent), increased aspartate aminotransferase (38 percent), increased alanine aminotransferase (36 percent), and stomatitis (36 percent). Administration-related reactions occurred in six (15 percent) patients, none of which were Grade 3 or higher. Treatment discontinuation due to treatment-related adverse events occurred in four patients.1

"The standard of care in the first-line treatment of recurrent or metastatic head and neck cancer is inadequate for many patients, with low response rates and short durations of benefit," said Joshua Bauml, M.D., Vice President, Lung and Head and Neck Cancer Disease Area Leader, Johnson & Johnson. "Seeing rapid and durable disease control at levels meaningfully higher than what has historically been achieved signals the potential to redefine what treatment can offer patients. Subcutaneous amivantamab is built on a mechanism of action that has already changed disease biology and improved outcomes in EGFR-mutated lung cancer, and these new results suggest we may be able to deliver more meaningful benefit for patients in another setting where the status quo is simply not good enough and unmet need remains high."

These data support continued evaluation of RYBREVANT FASPRO-based regimens in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, including the ongoing Phase 3 OrigAMI-5 study (NCT07276399) assessing subcutaneous amivantamab with carboplatin and pembrolizumab as a first-line treatment in patients with HPV-unrelated recurrent or metastatic disease, regardless of PD-L1 expression, where significant unmet need persists.8

About the OrigAMI-4 Study

OrigAMI-4 (NCT06385080) is an open-label Phase 1b/2 study evaluating RYBREVANT FASPRO (amivantamab and hyaluronidase-lpuj) in recurrent or metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (R/M HNSCC). The study includes five cohorts exploring RYBREVANT FASPRO across different treatment settings and regimens.

Cohort 1 evaluated RYBREVANT FASPRO as monotherapy in patients with HPV-unrelated R/M HNSCC who had received prior platinum-based chemotherapy and PD-1/PD-L1 immunotherapy. Patients with prior anti-EGFR therapy were excluded. Cohort 2 is evaluating RYBREVANT FASPRO in combination with pembrolizumab in patients with HPV-unrelated recurrent or metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma who have not yet received treatment for their advanced disease and whose tumors express PD-L1.

RYBREVANT FASPRO was administered on a weekly schedule during the initial treatment period followed by dosing every three weeks (Q3W), with weight-based dosing adjustments. The primary endpoint across cohorts is overall response rate (ORR), assessed by blinded independent central review (BICR) using RECIST v1.1**.9

About Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) is the most common type of head and neck cancer, accounting for more than 90 percent of cases and approximately 4.5 percent of all cancers worldwide.10 It develops in the mucosal linings of the oral cavity, oropharynx, hypopharynx, and larynx.10 Major risk factors include tobacco and alcohol use, as well as infection with high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV).10 Around 75 percent of cases are HPV-negative, which is typically associated with a poorer prognosis and reduced response to treatment.10,11 Despite advances in surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy, many patients ultimately progress to advanced, recurrent or metastatic disease.4,12

About RYBREVANT FASPRO and RYBREVANT

In December 2025, the U.S. FDA approved RYBREVANT FASPRO (amivantamab and hyaluronidase-lpuj) across all indications of intravenous RYBREVANT (amivantamab-vmjw). This subcutaneously administered therapy is also approved in Europe, Japan, China, and other markets.

RYBREVANT FASPRO is co-formulated with recombinant human hyaluronidase PH20 (rHuPH20), Halozyme’s ENHANZE drug delivery technology.

The effectiveness of RYBREVANT FASPRO has been established based on adequate and well controlled studies of RYBREVANT. Data across multiple Phase 3 studies, including MARIPOSA, have demonstrated the clinical benefit of RYBREVANT in improving progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS) in advanced EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

RYBREVANT is approved in the U.S., Europe and other markets across four indications in EGFR-mutated NSCLC, including two in the first-line setting and two in the second-line, for patients with either exon 19 deletions, exon 21 L858R mutations, or exon 20 insertion mutations, as monotherapy or in combination with LAZCLUZE (lazertinib) or chemotherapy.

RYBREVANT is a first-in-class, fully-human bispecific antibody targeting EGFR and MET with immune cell-directing activity.

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines)§13 include amivantamab-vmjw (RYBREVANT) across multiple treatment settings, including its recent inclusion as a NCCN Category 1 preferred option when used with lazertinib (LAZCLUZE) for first-line treatment of people with locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC with EGFR exon 19 deletions or exon 21 L858R mutations. Amivantamab and hyaluronidase-lpuj subcutaneous injection (RYBREVANT FASPRO) may be substituted for IV amivantamab-vmjw (RYBREVANT). See the latest NCCN Guidelines for NSCLC for complete information.†‡

The NCCN Guidelines for Central Nervous System Cancers also identify amivantamab-vmjw (RYBREVANT)-based regimens, including the combination with lazertinib (LAZCLUZE), as the only NCCN-preferred combination options for patients with EGFR-mutated NSCLC and brain metastases.†‡

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INDICATIONS

RYBREVANT FASPRO (amivantamab and hyaluronidase-lpuj) and RYBREVANT (amivantamab-vmjw) are indicated:

in combination with LAZCLUZE (lazertinib) for the first-line treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC with EGFR exon 19 deletions or exon 21 L858R substitution mutations, as detected by an FDA-approved test.
in combination with carboplatin and pemetrexed for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC with EGFR exon 19 deletions or exon 21 L858R substitution mutations, whose disease has progressed on or after treatment with an EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitor.
in combination with carboplatin and pemetrexed for the first-line treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC with EGFR exon 20 insertion mutations, as detected by an FDA-approved test.
as a single agent for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC with EGFR exon 20 insertion mutations, as detected by an FDA approved test, whose disease has progressed on or after platinum-based chemotherapy.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR RYBREVANT FASPRO AND RYBREVANT 14,15,16

CONTRAINDICATIONS

RYBREVANT FASPRO is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to hyaluronidase or to any of its excipients.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

Hypersensitivity and Administration-Related Reactions with RYBREVANT FASPRO

RYBREVANT FASPRO can cause hypersensitivity and administration-related reactions (ARRs); signs and symptoms of ARR include dyspnea, flushing, fever, chills, chest discomfort, hypotension, and vomiting. The median time to ARR onset is approximately 2 hours.

RYBREVANT FASPRO with LAZCLUZE

In PALOMA-3 (n=206), all Grade ARRs occurred in 13% of patients, including 0.5% Grade 3. Of the patients who experienced ARRs, 89% occurred with the initial dose (Week 1, Day 1).

Premedicate with antihistamines, antipyretics, and glucocorticoids and administer RYBREVANT FASPRO as recommended. Monitor patients for any signs and symptoms of administration-related reactions during injection in a setting where cardiopulmonary resuscitation medication and equipment are available. Interrupt RYBREVANT FASPRO injection if ARR is suspected. Resume treatment upon resolution of symptoms or permanently discontinue RYBREVANT FASPRO based on severity.

Infusion-Related Reactions with RYBREVANT

RYBREVANT can cause infusion-related reactions (IRR) including anaphylaxis; signs and symptoms of IRR include dyspnea, flushing, fever, chills, nausea, chest discomfort, hypotension, and vomiting. The median time to IRR onset is approximately 1 hour.

RYBREVANT with LAZCLUZE

In MARIPOSA (n=421), IRRs occurred in 63% of patients, including Grade 3 in 5% and Grade 4 in 1% of patients. IRR-related infusion modifications occurred in 54%, dose reduction in 0.7%, and permanent discontinuation of RYBREVANT in 4.5% of patients.

RYBREVANT with Carboplatin and Pemetrexed

Based on the pooled safety population (n=281), IRRs occurred in 50% of patients including Grade 3 (3.2%) adverse reactions. IRR-related infusion modifications occurred in 46%, and permanent discontinuation of RYBREVANT in 2.8% of patients.

RYBREVANT as a Single Agent

In CHRYSALIS (n=302), IRRs occurred in 66% of patients. IRRs occurred in 65% of patients on Week 1 Day 1, 3.4% on Day 2 infusion, 0.4% with Week 2 infusion, and were cumulatively 1.1% with subsequent infusions. 97% were Grade 1-2, 2.2% were Grade 3, and 0.4% were Grade 4. The median time to onset was 1 hour (range: 0.1 to 18 hours) after start of infusion. IRR-related infusion modifications occurred in 62%, and permanent discontinuation of RYBREVANT in 1.3% of patients.

Premedicate with antihistamines, antipyretics, and glucocorticoids and infuse RYBREVANT as recommended. Administer RYBREVANT via a peripheral line on Week 1 and Week 2 to reduce the risk of IRRs. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of IRRs in a setting where cardiopulmonary resuscitation medication and equipment are available. Interrupt infusion if IRR is suspected. Reduce the infusion rate or permanently discontinue RYBREVANT based on severity. If an anaphylactic reaction occurs, permanently discontinue RYBREVANT.

Interstitial Lung Disease/Pneumonitis

RYBREVANT FASPRO and RYBREVANT can cause severe and fatal interstitial lung disease (ILD)/pneumonitis.

RYBREVANT FASPRO with LAZCLUZE

In PALOMA-3, ILD/pneumonitis occurred in 6% of patients, including Grade 3 in 1%, Grade 4 in 1.5%, and fatal cases in 1.9% of patients. 5% of patients permanently discontinued RYBREVANT FASPRO and LAZCLUZE due to ILD/pneumonitis.

RYBREVANT with LAZCLUZE

In MARIPOSA, ILD/pneumonitis occurred in 3.1% of patients, including Grade 3 in 1.0% and Grade 4 in 0.2% of patients. There was one fatal case of ILD/pneumonitis and 2.9% of patients permanently discontinued RYBREVANT and LAZCLUZE due to ILD/pneumonitis.

RYBREVANT with Carboplatin and Pemetrexed

Based on the pooled safety population, ILD/pneumonitis occurred in 2.1% of patients with 1.8% of patients experiencing Grade 3 ILD/pneumonitis. 2.1% discontinued RYBREVANT due to ILD/pneumonitis.

RYBREVANT as a Single Agent

In CHRYSALIS, ILD/pneumonitis occurred in 3.3% of patients, with 0.7% of patients experiencing Grade 3 ILD/pneumonitis. Three patients (1%) permanently discontinued RYBREVANT due to ILD/pneumonitis.

Monitor patients for new or worsening symptoms indicative of ILD/pneumonitis (e.g., dyspnea, cough, fever). Immediately withhold RYBREVANT FASPRO or RYBREVANT and LAZCLUZE (when applicable) in patients with suspected ILD/pneumonitis and permanently discontinue if ILD/pneumonitis is confirmed.

Venous Thromboembolic (VTE) Events with Concomitant Use with LAZCLUZE

RYBREVANT FASPRO and RYBREVANT in combination with LAZCLUZE can cause serious and fatal venous thromboembolic (VTE) events, including deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Without prophylactic anticoagulation, the majority of these events occurred during the first four months of treatment.

RYBREVANT FASPRO with LAZCLUZE

In PALOMA-3 (n=206), all Grade VTE occurred in 11% of patients and 1.5% were Grade 3. 80% (n=164) of patients received prophylactic anticoagulation at study entry, with an all Grade VTE incidence of 7%. In patients who did not receive prophylactic anticoagulation (n=42), all Grade VTE occurred in 17% of patients. In total, 0.5% of patients had VTE leading to dose reductions of RYBREVANT FASPRO and no patients required permanent discontinuation. The median time to onset of VTEs was 95 days (range: 17 to 390).

RYBREVANT with LAZCLUZE

In MARIPOSA, VTEs occurred in 36% of patients including Grade 3 in 10% and Grade 4 in 0.5% of patients. On-study VTEs occurred in 1.2% of patients (n=5) while receiving anticoagulation therapy. There were two fatal cases of VTE (0.5%), 9% of patients had VTE leading to dose interruptions of RYBREVANT, and 7% of patients had VTE leading to dose interruptions of LAZCLUZE; 1% of patients had VTE leading to dose reductions of RYBREVANT, and 0.5% of patients had VTE leading to dose reductions of LAZCLUZE; 3.1% of patients had VTE leading to permanent discontinuation of RYBREVANT, and 1.9% of patients had VTE leading to permanent discontinuation of LAZCLUZE. The median time to onset of VTEs was 84 days (range: 6 to 777).

Administer prophylactic anticoagulation for the first four months of treatment. The use of Vitamin K antagonists is not recommended.

Monitor for signs and symptoms of VTE events and treat as medically appropriate. Withhold RYBREVANT FASPRO or RYBREVANT and LAZCLUZE based on severity. Once anticoagulant treatment has been initiated, resume RYBREVANT FASPRO or RYBREVANT and LAZCLUZE at the same dose level at the discretion of the healthcare provider. In the event of VTE recurrence despite therapeutic anticoagulation, permanently discontinue RYBREVANT FASPRO or RYBREVANT. Treatment can continue with LAZCLUZE at the same dose level at the discretion of the healthcare provider. Refer to the LAZCLUZE Prescribing Information for recommended LAZCLUZE dosage modification.

Dermatologic Adverse Reactions

RYBREVANT FASPRO and RYBREVANT can cause severe rash including toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), dermatitis acneiform, pruritus and dry skin.

RYBREVANT FASPRO with LAZCLUZE

In PALOMA-3, rash occurred in 80% of patients, including Grade 3 in 17% and Grade 4 in 0.5% of patients. Rash leading to dose reduction occurred in 11% of patients, and RYBREVANT FASPRO was permanently discontinued due to rash in 1.5% of patients.

RYBREVANT with LAZCLUZE

In MARIPOSA, rash occurred in 86% of patients, including Grade 3 in 26% of patients. The median time to onset of rash was 14 days (range: 1 to 556 days). Rash leading to dose interruptions occurred in 37% of patients for RYBREVANT and 30% for LAZCLUZE, rash leading to dose reductions occurred in 23% of patients for RYBREVANT and 19% for LAZCLUZE, and rash leading to permanent discontinuation occurred in 5% of patients for RYBREVANT and 1.7% for LAZCLUZE.

RYBREVANT with Carboplatin and Pemetrexed

Based on the pooled safety population, rash occurred in 82% of patients, including Grade 3 (15%) adverse reactions. Rash leading to dose reductions occurred in 14% of patients, and 2.5% permanently discontinued RYBREVANT and 3.1% discontinued pemetrexed.

RYBREVANT as a Single Agent

In CHRYSALIS, rash occurred in 74% of patients, including Grade 3 in 3.3% of patients. The median time to onset of rash was 14 days (range: 1 to 276 days). Rash leading to dose reduction occurred in 5% and permanent discontinuation due to rash occurred in 0.7% of patients. Toxic epidermal necrolysis occurred in one patient (0.3%).

When initiating treatment with RYBREVANT FASPRO or RYBREVANT, prophylactic and concomitant medications are recommended to reduce the risk and severity of dermatologic adverse reactions. Instruct patients to limit sun exposure during and for 2 months after treatment. Advise patients to wear protective clothing and use broad spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen.

If skin reactions develop, administer supportive care including topical corticosteroids and topical and/or oral antibiotics. For Grade 3 reactions, add oral steroids and consider dermatologic consultation. Promptly refer patients presenting with severe rash, atypical appearance or distribution, or lack of improvement within 2 weeks to a dermatologist. For patients receiving RYBREVANT FASPRO or RYBREVANT in combination with LAZCLUZE, withhold, reduce the dose, or permanently discontinue both drugs based on severity. For patients receiving RYBREVANT FASPRO or RYBREVANT as a single agent or in combination with carboplatin and pemetrexed, withhold, dose reduce or permanently discontinue RYBREVANT FASPRO or RYBREVANT based on severity.

Ocular Toxicity

RYBREVANT FASPRO and RYBREVANT can cause ocular toxicity including keratitis, blepharitis, dry eye symptoms, conjunctival redness, blurred vision, visual impairment, ocular itching, eye pruritus and uveitis.

RYBREVANT FASPRO with LAZCLUZE

In PALOMA-3, all Grade ocular toxicity occurred in 13% of patients, including 0.5% Grade 3.

RYBREVANT with LAZCLUZE

In MARIPOSA, ocular toxicity occurred in 16%, including Grade 3 or 4 ocular toxicity in 0.7% of patients. Withhold, reduce the dose, or permanently discontinue RYBREVANT and continue LAZCLUZE based on severity.

RYBREVANT with Carboplatin and Pemetrexed

Based on the pooled safety population, ocular toxicity occurred in 16% of patients. All events were Grade 1 or 2.

RYBREVANT as a Single Agent

In CHRYSALIS, keratitis occurred in 0.7% and uveitis occurred in 0.3% of patients. All events were Grade 1-2.

Promptly refer patients presenting with new or worsening eye symptoms to an ophthalmologist. Withhold, dose reduce or permanently discontinue RYBREVANT FASPRO or RYBREVANT based on severity.

Embryo-Fetal Toxicity

Based on animal models, RYBREVANT FASPRO, RYBREVANT and LAZCLUZE can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Verify pregnancy status of females of reproductive potential prior to initiating RYBREVANT FASPRO and RYBREVANT. Advise pregnant women and females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to the fetus. Advise patients of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment and for 3 months after the last dose of RYBREVANT FASPRO or RYBREVANT, and for 3 weeks after the last dose of LAZCLUZE.

ADVERSE REACTIONS

RYBREVANT FASPRO with LAZCLUZE

In PALOMA-3 (n=206), the most common adverse reactions (≥20%) were rash (80%), nail toxicity (58%), musculoskeletal pain (50%), fatigue (37%), stomatitis (36%), edema (34%), nausea (30%), diarrhea (22%), vomiting (22%), constipation (22%), decreased appetite (22%), and headache (21%). The most common Grade 3 or 4 laboratory abnormalities (≥2%) were decreased lymphocyte count (6%), decreased sodium (5%), decreased potassium (5%), decreased albumin (4.9%), increased alanine aminotransferase (3.4%), decreased platelet count (2.4%), increased aspartate aminotransferase (2%), increased gamma-glutamyl transferase (2%), and decreased hemoglobin (2%).

Serious adverse reactions occurred in 33% of patients, with those occurring in ≥2% of patients including ILD/pneumonitis (6%); and pneumonia, VTE and fatigue (2.4% each). Death due to adverse reactions occurred in 5% of patients treated with RYBREVANT FASPRO, including ILD/pneumonitis (1.9%), pneumonia (1.5%), and respiratory failure and sudden death (1% each).

RYBREVANT with LAZCLUZE

In MARIPOSA (n=421), the most common adverse reactions (ARs) (≥20%) were rash (86%), nail toxicity (71%), infusion-related reactions (IRRs) (RYBREVANT) (63%), musculoskeletal pain (47%), stomatitis (43%), edema (43%), VTE (36%), paresthesia (35%), fatigue (32%), diarrhea (31%), constipation (29%), COVID-19 (26%), hemorrhage (25%), dry skin (25%), decreased appetite (24%), pruritus (24%), and nausea (21%). The most common Grade 3 or 4 laboratory abnormalities (≥2%) were decreased albumin (8%), decreased sodium (7%), increased ALT (7%), decreased potassium (5%), decreased hemoglobin (3.8%), increased AST (3.8%), increased GGT (2.6%), and increased magnesium (2.6%).

Serious ARs occurred in 49% of patients, with those occurring in ≥2% of patients including VTE (11%), pneumonia (4%), ILD/pneumonitis and rash (2.9% each), COVID-19 (2.4%), and pleural effusion and IRRs (RYBREVANT) (2.1% each). Fatal ARs occurred in 7% of patients due to death not otherwise specified (1.2%); sepsis and respiratory failure (1% each); pneumonia, myocardial infarction, and sudden death (0.7% each); cerebral infarction, pulmonary embolism (PE), and COVID-19 infection (0.5% each); and ILD/pneumonitis, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), and cardiopulmonary arrest (0.2% each).

RYBREVANT with Carboplatin and Pemetrexed

In MARIPOSA-2 (n=130), the most common ARs (≥20%) were rash (72%), IRRs (59%), fatigue (51%), nail toxicity (45%), nausea (45%), constipation (39%), edema (36%), stomatitis (35%), decreased appetite (31%), musculoskeletal pain (30%), vomiting (25%), and COVID-19 (21%). The most common Grade 3 to 4 laboratory abnormalities (≥2%) were decreased neutrophils (49%), decreased white blood cells (42%), decreased lymphocytes (28%), decreased platelets (17%), decreased hemoglobin (12%), decreased potassium (11%), decreased sodium (11%), increased alanine aminotransferase (3.9%), decreased albumin (3.8%), and increased gamma-glutamyl transferase (3.1%).

In MARIPOSA-2, serious ARs occurred in 32% of patients, with those occurring in >2% of patients including dyspnea (3.1%), thrombocytopenia (3.1%), sepsis (2.3%), and PE (2.3%). Fatal ARs occurred in 2.3% of patients; these included respiratory failure, sepsis, and ventricular fibrillation (0.8% each).

In PAPILLON (n=151), the most common ARs (≥20%) were rash (90%), nail toxicity (62%), stomatitis (43%), IRRs (42%), fatigue (42%), edema (40%), constipation (40%), decreased appetite (36%), nausea (36%), COVID-19 (24%), diarrhea (21%), and vomiting (21%). The most common Grade 3 to 4 laboratory abnormalities (≥2%) were decreased albumin (7%), increased alanine aminotransferase (4%), increased gamma-glutamyl transferase (4%), decreased sodium (7%), decreased potassium (11%), decreased magnesium (2%), and decreases in white blood cells (17%), hemoglobin (11%), neutrophils (36%), platelets (10%), and lymphocytes (11%).

In PAPILLON, serious ARs occurred in 37% of patients, with those occurring in ≥2% of patients including rash, pneumonia, ILD, PE, vomiting, and COVID-19. Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 7 patients (4.6%) due to pneumonia, cerebrovascular accident, cardio-respiratory arrest, COVID-19, sepsis, and death not otherwise specified.

RYBREVANT as a Single Agent

In CHRYSALIS (n=129), the most common ARs (≥20%) were rash (84%), IRR (64%), paronychia (50%), musculoskeletal pain (47%), dyspnea (37%), nausea (36%), fatigue (33%), edema (27%), stomatitis (26%), cough (25%), constipation (23%), and vomiting (22%). The most common Grade 3 to 4 laboratory abnormalities (≥2%) were decreased lymphocytes (8%), decreased albumin (8%), decreased phosphate (8%), decreased potassium (6%), increased alkaline phosphatase (4.8%), increased glucose (4%), increased gamma-glutamyl transferase (4%), and decreased sodium (4%).

Serious ARs occurred in 30% of patients, with those occurring in ≥2% of patients including PE, pneumonitis/ILD, dyspnea, musculoskeletal pain, pneumonia, and muscular weakness. Fatal adverse reactions occurred in 2 patients (1.5%) due to pneumonia and 1 patient (0.8%) due to sudden death.

LAZCLUZE DRUG INTERACTIONS

Avoid concomitant use of LAZCLUZE with strong and moderate CYP3A4 inducers. Consider an alternate concomitant medication with no potential to induce CYP3A4.

Monitor for adverse reactions associated with a CYP3A4 or BCRP substrate where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious adverse reactions, as recommended in the approved product labeling for the CYP3A4 or BCRP substrate.

(Press release, Johnson & Johnson, FEB 19, 2026, View Source [SID1234662800])

Phio Pharmaceuticals Aligns Leadership Team to Support Next Stage Development of PH-762 and Advancement of PH-894

On February 19, 2026 Phio Pharmaceuticals Corp. (NASDAQ: PHIO) is a clinical-stage siRNA biopharmaceutical company developing therapeutics using its proprietary INTASYL gene silencing technology to eliminate cancer. Phio Pharmaceuticals Corp. reported leadership appointments as the Company prepares for upcoming regulatory discussions and key clinical milestones for PH-762, while continuing work on PH-894.

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The Company promoted Lisa Carson to Chief Financial Officer and Jennifer Phillips, Pharm.D., to Senior Vice President, Regulatory and Corporate Affairs. In addition, Kimberly Man joined Phio as Vice President of Program Development and Strategic Planning, reporting to Robert Bitterman, President and Chief Executive Officer.

"Upcoming regulatory discussions and clinical milestones demand a team built for follow-through," said Robert Bitterman. "These appointments strengthen finance and regulatory leadership to support PH-762 as it moves into its next stage, while we continue work on PH-894. Our focus is delivering the next set of milestones with discipline and consistency."

In her role as Chief Financial Officer, Ms. Carson will oversee financial operations, capital planning and financial reporting to support Phio’s clinical programs. She joined Phio in May 2025 and brings more than 20 years of finance and accounting leadership experience. Prior to Phio, she served as Vice President, Finance and Controller at Prelude Therapeutics, where she supported the company’s IPO and subsequent expansion, and previously held finance leadership roles at TELA Bio and PhaseBio Pharmaceuticals.

In her expanded role, Dr. Phillips will lead regulatory strategy and agency engagement as Phio prepares for upcoming regulatory interactions and clinical milestones. She joined Phio in February 2023 and has more than 25 years of regulatory affairs experience, including senior roles spanning major pharmaceutical organizations such as Aventis and Wyeth and regulatory leadership at Cutanea Life Sciences.

Ms. Man will lead day-to-day program coordination for PH-762 and support longer-term program work on PH-894. She has over 20 years of experience in program and portfolio leadership, product development, and clinical and regulatory operations, including roles at Sandoz and Cutanea Life Sciences.

These appointments support near-term regulatory priorities while strengthening the foundation for the next phase of clinical development.

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Moderna to Present at Upcoming Conferences in March 2026

On February 19, 2026 Moderna, Inc. (Nasdaq:MRNA), reported its participation in the following upcoming investor conferences:

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A live webcast of each of these presentations will be available under "Events and Presentations" in the Investors section of the Moderna website at investors.modernatx.com.

A replay of each webcast will be archived on Moderna’s website for at least 30 days following the presentation.

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Agenus Presents Biomarker Data Demonstrating Survival Stratification in MSS mCRC and Other Immunologically Cold Tumors Treated with BOT+BAL

On February 19, 2026 Agenus Inc. (Nasdaq: AGEN), a leader in immuno-oncology, reported new translational and clinical biomarker data from its Phase 1b C-800-01 trial (NCT03860272) evaluating botensilimab (BOT), an Fc-enhanced anti–CTLA-4 antibody, in combination with balstilimab (BAL), an anti–PD-1 antibody. The data were presented today at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) (Free AACR Whitepaper) Immuno-Oncology (AACR-IO) Conference in Los Angeles.

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The retrospective analyses demonstrate that survival with BOT+BAL is associated with the balance of two opposing biological factors: systemic inflammation in the blood (associated with poorer outcomes) and tumor immune activity within the tumor microenvironment (TME) (associated with more favorable outcomes). Notably, BOT+BAL enabled clinical benefit even at levels of immune infiltration typically considered insufficient for conventional checkpoint inhibitors, suggesting the Fc-enhanced mechanism lowers the threshold of baseline immunity required for activity. Integrating blood-based inflammatory markers with tumor immune features improved overall survival stratification in microsatellite-stable metastatic colorectal cancer (MSS mCRC), a population historically resistant to conventional checkpoint inhibitors.

Traditional biomarkers such as PD-L1 expression and tumor mutational burden have shown limited predictive value in MSS mCRC. These findings suggest that a broader view of inflammatory and immune biology may better define patients most likely to benefit from next-generation immunotherapy.

Durable Clinical Activity Across Historically "Cold" Tumor Types

In 341 efficacy-evaluable patients with advanced, treatment-refractory cancers and available biomarker data (data cutoff December 13, 2025):

Objective response rate (ORR): 17%
Clinical benefit rate (CBR): 26%
Median overall survival (OS): 17.2 months
24-month overall survival rate: 38%
Clinical activity was observed across tumor types commonly considered immunologically "cold," including MSS mCRC, ovarian cancer, sarcoma, and PD-1 relapsed or refractory non-small cell lung cancer. Notably, durable benefit was observed in patients both naïve to and resistant/refractory to prior anti–PD-(L)1/CTLA-4 therapies.

To better understand the biological drivers of these outcomes, integrated translational analyses evaluated both systemic inflammation and tumor microenvironment immune features.

Biomarker Insights Identify Patient Subgroups in Immunologically "Cold" Cancers

Systemic Inflammation Negatively Impacts Survival
Baseline indicators of systemic inflammation were significantly associated with shorter OS, including elevated neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio, C-reactive protein and other markers reflective of inflammatory and organ stress.

Even Low Immune-Infiltration of TME Associated with Longer Survival
Survival benefit was observed across immunologically "cold" tumors, including at low levels of tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (≥34 cells/mm²), demonstrating activity beyond conventional checkpoint biomarker thresholds.

Integrated Blood and Tumor Biomarkers Improve Survival Stratification in MSS mCRC
Combining blood and tumor features distinguished biologically distinct MSS mCRC subgroups with markedly different survival outcomes (C-index up to 0.73).

Early Immune Activation Correlates with Benefit
Patients who experienced immune-mediated adverse events (imAEs) within the first 12 weeks of treatment demonstrated longer median OS (22.4 months vs. 13.7 months), consistent with distinct baseline immune features.
"These data show that outcomes with BOT+BAL are shaped by the interplay between systemic inflammation and tumor immune biology," said Dhan Chand, PhD, Vice President of Research and Development at Agenus. "By integrating blood- and tumor-based features, we are establishing a biologically grounded approach to patient stratification in immunologically ‘cold’ cancers such as MSS colorectal cancer, where conventional biomarkers provide limited guidance. Notably, the activity observed at low levels of immune infiltration further underscores the differentiated immune-modulating profile of botensilimab."

The poster (No. B036), titled "Systemic and Tumor-Microenvironment Inflammation Shape Outcomes in Patients with Immunologically Cold, Treatment-Refractory Tumors Treated with Fc-Enhanced Anti–CTLA-4 Botensilimab," was presented during the General Poster Session and is available in the Publications section of the Company’s website at www.agenusbio.com/publications

(Press release, Agenus, FEB 19, 2026, View Source [SID1234662797])

Guardant Health Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results and Provides 2026 Outlook

On February 19, 2026 Guardant Health, Inc. (Nasdaq: GH), a leading precision oncology company, reported financial results for the quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025.

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Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights
For the three-month period ended December 31, 2025, as compared to the same period of 2024:
•Reported total revenue of $281.3 million, an increase of 39%, driven by:
◦Oncology revenue of $189.9 million, an increase of 30%, and approximately 79,000 oncology tests, an increase of 38%
◦Biopharma & Data revenue of $54.0 million, an increase of 9%
◦Screening revenue of $35.1 million, and approximately 38,000 Shield screening tests, compared to 6,400 tests in the prior year period
•Generated non-GAAP gross margin of 66%, compared to 63% for the fourth quarter of 2024
Full Year 2025 Financial Highlights
For the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, as compared to the same period of 2024:
•Reported total revenue of $982.0 million, an increase of 33%, driven by:
◦Oncology revenue of $683.6 million, an increase of 26%, and approximately 276,000 oncology tests, an increase of 34%
◦Biopharma & Data revenue of $210.1 million, an increase of 18%
◦Screening revenue of $79.7 million, and approximately 87,000 Shield screening tests
•Generated non-GAAP gross margin of 66%, compared to 62% for the full year 2024
•Improved full year 2025 free cash flow burn to $(233) million, compared to $(275) million for the full year 2024
Recent Operating Highlights
Oncology
•Received the first Guardant360 CDx companion diagnostic approval in colorectal cancer
•Launched in-house testing service in Italy at Policlinico Gemelli based on Guardant360 CDx technology
•Expanded tissue-free Guardant Reveal to include late-stage therapy response monitoring
•Submitted Guardant Reveal chemotherapy monitoring data package to MolDx for Medicare reimbursement
Biopharma & Data
•Established a strategic collaboration with Merck to develop companion diagnostics and commercialize new cancer therapies using Guardant Infinity Smart Platform
Screening
•Launched dedicated health systems team for Shield and deployed our first enterprise integrations with large health systems in West Virginia and Georgia
•Shield CRC received coverage for active-duty service members and their families through TRICARE, the U.S. military’s health insurance coverage, with no copay for average-risk individuals ages 45+
•Completed the acquisition of MetaSight Diagnostics, expanding technology capabilities with potential to enhance testing performance across the portfolio
"We delivered an outstanding end to a great year, with fourth quarter revenue growth of 39% year-over-year," said Helmy Eltoukhy, co-founder and co-CEO. "Our progress in 2025 is a testament to our breakthrough innovation and best-in-class execution across our portfolio. We are uniquely positioned with scaled offerings spanning both therapy selection and monitoring, and the recent launch of Reveal for therapy response monitoring further strengthens our competitive moat. We look forward to another strong year ahead, supported by a diverse set of growth catalysts across our business."

"Shield has become one of the most successful diagnostic launches, with meaningful volume and revenue generation in 2025 that exceeded our expectations," said AmirAli Talasaz, co-founder and co-CEO. "We are proud of the level of impact we have had to date, our commercial performance, and the strong operational foundations we’ve built to support the growing demand for Shield. We are excited to deliver another year of significant growth in 2026, fueled by our expanding commercial infrastructure and a pipeline of growth drivers in front of us."
Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results
Revenue was $281.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2025, a 39% increase from $201.8 million for the corresponding prior year period. Oncology revenue grew 30% to $189.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2025, from $145.6 million for the corresponding prior year period, driven primarily by an increase in Oncology test volume, which grew 38% over the prior year period. Screening revenue was $35.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2025, primarily generated from approximately 38,000 Shield screening tests. Biopharma and Data revenue grew 9% to $54.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2025, from $49.5 million for the corresponding prior year period. Licensing and other revenue was $2.2 million for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared to $2.6 million for the corresponding prior year period.
Gross profit, or total revenue less cost of revenue, was $181.8 million for the fourth quarter of 2025, an increase of $57.6 million from $124.2 million for the corresponding prior year period. Gross margin, or gross profit divided by total revenue, was 65%, as compared to 62% for the corresponding prior year period.
Non-GAAP gross profit was $185.4 million for the fourth quarter of 2025, an increase of $59.1 million or 47%, from $126.4 million for the corresponding prior year period. Non-GAAP gross margin was 66% for the fourth quarter of 2025, as compared to 63% for the corresponding prior year period.
Operating expenses were $302.6 million for the fourth quarter of 2025, as compared to $250.2 million for the corresponding prior year period. Non-GAAP operating expenses were $260.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2025, as compared to $214.7 million for the corresponding prior year period. The year-over-year increase in both operating expenses and non-GAAP operating expenses was primarily related to commercial team expansion and marketing activities to support both the Shield product launch and existing product growth.
Net loss was $128.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2025, as compared to $111.0 million for the corresponding prior year period. Net loss per share was $1.00 for the fourth quarter of 2025, as compared to $0.90 for the corresponding prior year period.
Non-GAAP net loss was $63.8 million for the fourth quarter of 2025, as compared to $77.3 million for the corresponding prior year period. Non-GAAP net loss per share was $0.50 for the fourth quarter of 2025, as compared to $0.62 for the corresponding prior year period.
Adjusted EBITDA loss was $64.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2025, as compared to a $78.4 million loss for the corresponding prior year period.
Free cash flow for the fourth quarter of 2025 was $(54.2) million, as compared to $(83.4) million for the corresponding prior year period.
In November 2025, Guardant Health completed a follow-on underwritten public offering, in which it issued and sold 2,856,981 shares of its common stock, and reissued and sold 976,351 shares of its treasury stock, at a price of $90.00 per share, and received net proceeds of $327.3 million. As a result of the reissuance of its treasury stock, Guardant Health recorded a gain of $42.9 million included in its additional paid-in capital on the consolidated balance sheets. In addition, in November 2025, Guardant Health issued $402.5 million principal amount of 0% convertible senior notes due 2033.
In December 2025, Guardant Health purchased all of the outstanding shares of MetaSight Diagnostics Ltd, a health technology company. The transaction consists of $59.0 million in upfront cash consideration paid at closing in December 2025, plus up to $90.0 million in variable contingent consideration tied to future commercial performance and regulatory approvals of the MetaSight technology.
Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and marketable debt securities were $1.3 billion as of December 31, 2025.
Full Year 2025 Financial Results
Revenue was $982.0 million for 2025, a 33% increase from $739.0 million for the corresponding prior year period. Oncology revenue grew 26% to $683.6 million for 2025, from $542.8 million for the corresponding prior year period, driven primarily by an increase in Oncology test volume, which grew 34% over the prior year period. Screening revenue was $79.7 million for 2025, primarily generated from approximately 87,000 Shield screening tests. Biopharma and Data revenue grew 18% to $210.1 million for 2025, from $177.6 million for the corresponding prior year period, driven primarily by an increase in volume of our GuardantINFINITY test, as well as an increase in revenue derived from the achievement of certain milestones of our service agreements. Licensing and other revenue was $8.6 million for 2025, compared to $13.5 million for the corresponding prior year period.

Gross profit, or total revenue less cost of revenue, was $633.0 million for 2025, an increase of $183.8 million from $449.2 million for the corresponding prior year period. Gross margin, or gross profit divided by total revenue, was 64%, as compared to 61% for the corresponding prior year period.
Non-GAAP gross profit was $644.8 million for 2025, an increase of $185.2 million or 40%, from $459.6 million for the corresponding prior year period. Non-GAAP gross margin was 66% for 2025, as compared to 62% for the corresponding prior year period.
Operating expenses were $1,070.3 million for 2025, as compared to $892.8 million for the corresponding prior year period. The year-over-year increase in operating expenses was primarily related to commercial team expansion and marketing activities to support both the Shield product launch and existing product growth, as well as an increase in stock-based compensation expense and information technology infrastructure costs. Non-GAAP operating expenses were $903.7 million for 2025, as compared to $757.3 million for the corresponding prior year period. The year-over-year increase in non-GAAP operating expenses was primarily related to commercial team expansion and marketing activities to support both the Shield product launch and existing product growth, as well as an increase in information technology infrastructure costs.
Net loss was $416.3 million for 2025, as compared to $436.4 million for the corresponding prior year period. Net loss per share was $3.32 for 2025, as compared to $3.56 for the corresponding prior year period.
Non-GAAP net loss was $228.1 million for 2025, as compared to $247.2 million for the corresponding prior year period. Non-GAAP net loss per share was $1.82 for 2025, as compared to $2.01 for the corresponding prior year period.
Adjusted EBITDA loss was $220.9 million for 2025, as compared to a $257.5 million loss for the corresponding prior year period.
Free cash flow for 2025 was $(233.1) million, as compared to $(274.9) million for the corresponding prior year period.
2026 Guidance
Guardant Health expects full year 2026 revenue to be in the range of $1.25 to $1.28 billion, representing growth of 27% to 30% compared to full year 2025.
Within this revenue range:
•Oncology revenue is expected to grow in the range of 25% to 27% in 2026 and Oncology volume is expected to grow approximately 30% year-over-year in 2026.
•Biopharma & Data revenue growth is expected to be in the low double-digit range.
•Screening revenue is expected to be in the range of $162 to $174 million in 2026 and Screening volume is expected to be in the range of 210,000 to 225,000 tests in 2026. This compares to Screening revenue of $79.7 million and Screening volume of approximately 87,000 in 2025.
Guardant Health expects full year 2026 non-GAAP gross margin to be in the range of 64% to 65%. Guardant Health expects total non-GAAP operating expenses to be in the range of $1.03 to $1.05 billion, representing a 14% to 16% increase compared to 2025. Guardant Health expects free cash flow burn to be in the range of $185 to $195 million in 2025, an improvement compared to $233 million for the full year 2025.
Webcast Information
Guardant Health will host a conference call to discuss the fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results after market close on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 1:30 pm Pacific Time / 4:30 pm Eastern Time. A webcast of the conference call can be accessed at View Source The webcast will be archived and available for replay for at least 90 days after the event.

(Press release, Guardant Health, FEB 19, 2026, View Source [SID1234662796])