1 Big Pharma Leaps Past Hurdle

Earlier this week, drugmaker Sanofi won approval for its multiple sclerosis treatment Lemtrada in the European Union. While the drug has yet to get the green light in the U.S., it is a key addition to Sanofi's multiple sclerosis lineup, which also includes the oral medication Aubagio. But can the company compete with Biogen and its recently launched MS medication Tecfidera? Analysts David Williamson and Max Macaluso discuss this market in the following video.

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Editor's note: At 6:36, the speaker incorrectly states that Sanofi had a partnership with Rigel Pharmaceuticals. The Fool regrets the error.

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