Merck launches Phase 3 CORALreef program for PCSK9 inhibitor MK-0616

Merck launches Phase 3 CORALreef program for PCSK9 inhibitor MK-0616

Pharmaceutical giant Merck has announced the initiation of its groundbreaking Phase 3 clinical program, CORALreef, focusing on MK-0616—a novel, oral proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9) inhibitor. MK-0616 is being evaluated for the treatment of adults suffering from hypercholesterolemia. The CORALreef program marks a historic milestone as the first Phase 3 clinical program for an […]