Boehringer Ingelheim Reveals Battle Plans For Olmutinib
Executive Summary
Boehringer Ingelheim has revealed its Phase III plans for its third-generation EGFR inhibitor, olmutinib, a product that was recently approved in its first market, South Korea, but still faces significant competition in this crowded area.
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