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  5. Merck (MRK) Withdrew a Cancer Filing. Is the Drug’s Promise Still Intact?

Merck (MRK) Withdrew a Cancer Filing. Is the Drug’s Promise Still Intact?

September 29, 2026 · High impact · Updated Sep 29, 2026

Merck and Daiichi Sankyo voluntarily withdrew their U.S. application for ifinatamab deruxtecan, a small-cell lung cancer drug, after discussions with the FDA indicated that submitted Phase 2 results did not meet accelerated-approval requirements. This withdrawal raises questions about the drug's future promise despite the setback.

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MRK

Affected Industries

pharma

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