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biologics

British  
/ ˌbaɪəʊˈlɒdʒɪks /

plural noun

  1. biological products such as vaccines and therapeutic sera, used to induce immunity to infectious diseases or harmful substances of biological origin

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Although the company’s three major biologics — Herceptin, Avastin, and Rituxan — have faced heavy competition from biosimilars, the company has shifted its growth strategy toward next-generation cancer treatments.

From Barron's Jun. 8, 2026

After years of struggling, Bethany is taking biologics, a relatively new type of medication which targets inflammation, and feels she's finally getting her "life back", having recently managed to land her first job.

From BBC Mar. 28, 2026

"Our peptide-based platform offers a new route to deliver insulin orally and may be applicable to long-acting insulin formulations and other injectable biologics."

From Science Daily Mar. 24, 2026

In a statement emailed to Salon, Levi defended his record, listing his experience working with clinicians, regulators, and industry experts on developing models and tools in manufacturing systems of biologics, drug safety and other areas.

From Salon Mar. 11, 2026

FDA Commissioner Marty Makary said Friday that Vinay Prasad, who leads the FDA’s biologics division, will leave the agency at the end of April.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 7, 2026

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