According to IQVIA’s market research, Biocad stands as the leader in Russia’s antitumor drug market, driven by a growing lineup of monoclonal antibody therapies and a track record of expanding patient access. The assessment highlights Biocad’s ability to bring targeted therapies from late-stage development into routine clinical use, a feat that aligns with national priorities to intensify cancer care. Analysts point to a steady pipeline, strong manufacturing capabilities, and partnerships that help ensure supply continuity in a market where rapid adoption of immunotherapies is shaping outcomes. In practice, Biocad’s offerings cover multiple cancer settings, from initial diagnosis to advanced disease management, giving clinicians a broader set of tools to tailor therapy to individual patients. The data reflect not only sales figures but an expanding footprint in hospital wards and cancer centers across the country, underscoring a shift toward antibody-based regimens as standard care. These insights, coming from IQVIA, set Biocad apart in a competitive landscape.
Market observers highlight a broad portfolio expansion focused on immunotherapy, with pembrolizumab playing a flagship role within Biocad’s range. The company continues to widen its portfolio through in-house development and strategic collaborations, aiming to give clinicians more options to combine therapies or sequence regimens effectively. Industry voices note that this expansion aligns with evolving treatment guidelines in Russia and with payer policies that prioritize access to modern therapies. The focus on monoclonal antibodies mirrors a global shift toward personalized cancer care, where blocking specific molecular targets can improve response rates and extend survival for many patients.
According to Headway Market Insights, the hospital supply segment for these monoclonal antibody therapies surpassed 19 million rubles in 2024, signaling robust demand through hospital procurement channels.
In 2024, more than 50,000 patients with various cancers were treated with Biocad monoclonal antibody therapies, a 64 percent increase from 2023. This surge reflects both expanding indications and growing physician confidence in antibody-based regimens. The trend underscores Biocad’s role in scaling access to lifesaving biologics across major medical centers and regional hospitals alike.
Biocad’s medicines are used to treat lung cancer, melanoma, head and neck cancers, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and other malignant neoplasms. Clinical practice in Russia increasingly relies on these targeted antibodies to complement chemotherapy and radiotherapy in complex patient cases, with physicians citing improved response rates and more personalized care plans as key advantages in real-world settings.
Biocad continues to advance its oncology portfolio through Phase III trials in several indications, including metastatic melanoma, triple-negative breast cancer, serous ovarian cancer, and other recurrent or metastatic diseases. These studies aim to clarify efficacy signals and safety profiles, potentially broadening treatment options for patients with limited choices and aligning with international standards for evidence-based care.
In January, a fixed-dose combination of monoclonal antibodies for melanoma, comprising prolgolimab and nurulimab, was added to the updated list of vital and essential medicines under the Nurdati brand, expanding access to modern therapies for Russian patients. The decision reflects a concerted effort to bring contemporary treatment regimens into routine clinical use and to support clinicians in managing complex melanoma cases more effectively.
Additionally, Extrirastim was used by more than 10,000 patients in 2024, representing a 33 percent rise from the previous year. The drug helps prevent neutropenia, reducing the risk of serious infection during cancer treatment and supporting safer, more consistent chemotherapy delivery.
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