OJEMDA™ (tovorafenib), FDA Approved for Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma, Available at Biologics by McKesson

CARY, N.C., April 26, 2024 —Biologics by McKesson, an independent specialty pharmacy specializing in oncology and rare disease, was selected by Day One Biopharmaceuticals, as a limited network specialty pharmacy for OJEMDA^TM (tovorafenib) for the treatment of pediatric low-grade glioma (pLGG).

OJEMDA, granted Rare Pediatric Disease Designation and approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on April 23, 2024, is an oral, brain-penetrant, highly selective type II RAF kinase inhibitor for the treatment of pLGG. Although considered a slow-growing tumor, pLGGs press on surrounding parts of the brain, which affects its function.

“OJEMDA provides a new therapy option for patients impacted by pLGG, which has the potential to make a lasting impact on them,” said George Paschal, senior director of Business Development for Biologics by McKesson. “Biologics is honored to be chosen as a specialty pharmacy provider by Day One Biopharmaceuticals to offer this new therapy for patients with pLGG.”

Biologics by McKesson is committed to and recognized for its level of customer service as well as its innovative, high-touch, and multidisciplinary approach. Putting patients first in all they do, Biologics includes teams of pharmacists with in-depth knowledge of therapies, experienced nurses, and financial counselors who are familiar with various financial assistance programs and organizations that help patients.

For more information about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of pLGG, please click here. For more information about OJEMDA, including full prescribing information, please click here.

OJEMDA^TM is a trademark of Day One Biopharmaceuticals.

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Biologics by McKesson is an independent specialty pharmacy with more than 30 years of experience connecting patients to life-changing medications in oncology and other rare and complex therapeutic areas. Built on the foundation of deep clinical expertise and a high-touch approach to patient care, Biologics delivers seamless access and personalized engagement, so patients get the most out of the care they receive. As a business within McKesson Corporation, Biologics harnesses unparalleled reach and connectivity across the healthcare system to connect the dots between payers, providers, and biopharma, so together, they can deliver better care and outcomes for every patient.

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