# Scientific Considerations in Demonstrating Biosimilarity to a Reference Product: Updated Recommendations for Assessing the Need for Comparative Efficacy Studies: Draft Guidance for Industry - FDA Guidance Document

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## Details

- Title: Scientific Considerations in Demonstrating Biosimilarity to a Reference Product: Updated Recommendations for Assessing the Need for Comparative Efficacy Studies: Draft Guidance for Industry
- Communication Type: Guidance Document
- Product Type: drugs
- Office Name: Center for Drug Evaluation and Research
- Office URL: /offices/center-for-drug-evaluation-and-research/cd980d74-1cbf-4226-ba9a-9045324c236c
- Issue Date: 2025-10-29
- Last Changed: 2025-10-29
- Docket Number: <a href="https://www.regulations.gov/docket/FDA-2011-D-0605">FDA-2011-D-0605</a>

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