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Dr Jing Chao Discusses Knowledge Gaps and the Future for Biosimilar Insulins
We sat down with Jing Chao, MD, an assistant professor of medicine and metabolism, endocrinology and nutrition at the University of Washington in Seattle and one of the lead investigators of this study to discuss the findings of this study as well as how biosimilar insulins could pave the way for increased patient access.
Many physicians are wary about prescribing biosimilars, worrying that they are not as safe and effective as their reference products. Additionally, fears could be worsened as there have disturbing accounts of patients developing serious medical conditions as a result of switching insulin products.
However, study results presented at the American Diabetes Association 80th Scientific Sessions online conference concluded that increased risks of hypo- and hyperglycemia as a result of switching from insulin degludec (iDeg) to another insulin stem from physicians administering inappropriate doses when switching entire insulin products. Investigators believe this is a consequence of physicians having a poor understanding of the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of iDeg.
We sat down with Jing Chao, MD, an assistant professor of medicine and metabolism, endocrinology and nutrition at the University of Washington in Seattle and one of the lead investigators of this study to discuss the findings of this study as well as how biosimilar insulins could pave the way for increased patient access.
To learn more about the study, read our full coverage of it here.
How AI Can Help Address Cost-Related Nonadherence to Biologic, Biosimilar Treatment
March 9th 2025Despite saving billions, biosimilars still account for only a small share of the biologics market—what's standing in the way of broader adoption and how can artificial intelligence (AI) help change that?
Biosimilars in Action: Market Shifts, Legal Insights, and FDA Approvals
February 9th 2025In this episode of Not So Different, host Skylar Jeremias covers the latest biosimilar developments, including new FDA approvals, patent disputes, and biosimilar market trends shaping the health care landscape.
Biosimilars Policy Roundup for March 2023—Podcast Edition
April 2nd 2023On this episode of Not So Different, we discuss some of the global biosimilar policy news that came out during the month of March, including a new bill in Congress and 2 Canadian jurisdictions implementing switching policies.
Biosimilars Gastroenterology Roundup for February 2023—Podcast Edition
March 5th 2023On this episode of Not So Different, we chronicle the latest gastroenterology news from February, including several updates on adalimumab and infliximab biosimilars and industry analyses on the utilization of these drugs and patient confidence in gastroenterologists’ recommendations.
