Emergent BioSolutions Initiates Phase 2 Study in Pursuit of a Post-Exposure Prophylaxis Indication for BioThrax

ROCKVILLE, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Emergent BioSolutions Inc. (NYSE: EBS) today announced the initiation of a Phase 2 study designed to evaluate non-interference of BioThrax® (Anthrax Vaccine Adsorbed) when administered in conjunction with antibiotics. This non-interference study will be used to support a supplemental Biologics License Application seeking licensure of a Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) indication for BioThrax to be used in combination with antibiotics in people suspected to have been exposed to anthrax spores. Currently, BioThrax is licensed for a pre-exposure prophylaxis indication only.

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