Vera Therapeutics, Inc.

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What management said

“We are excited by the early momentum of the TRUTAKNA launch, which exemplifies our long-standing confidence in its potential to become a foundational therapy in IgAN. Our transition to a commercial-stage company marks a new chapter for Vera, as we deliver on our commitment to people living with IgAN,”

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What Vera Therapeutics, Inc. does

TRUTAKNA, a B-cell activating factor (BAFF) and A proliferation-inducing ligand (APRIL) inhibitor, is a soluble recombinant fusion protein containing the human transmembrane activator and calcium-modulating cyclophilin ligand interactor (TACI) receptor that binds to the cytokines BAFF and APRIL. 2 BAFF and APRIL are key cytokines that activate B cells and drive IgAN pathophysiology. In IgAN, activated B cells produce both the antigen and associated antibodies that result in the production of damaging IgA immune complexes. The overlapping roles of BAFF and APRIL in activating B cells support the potential for TRUTAKNA as a disease-modifying therapy. 3 TRUTAKNA is self-administered as an at-home, small-volume (1 ml), 150 mg once-weekly autoinjector. TRUTAKNA TRU SUPPORT™ Patient Support Program We are dedicated to ensuring that eligible IgAN patients can access the first approved therapy that targets both BAFF and APRIL. TRUTAKNA TRU SUPPORT, our patient support program, offers insurance coverage assistance, financial assistance options for eligible patients, and educational resources designed to support patient access and care. Eligible commercially insured patients may pay as little as $0 out of pocket through our copay assistance program. More information is available on https://trutaknatrusupport.com/patient.

The company’s own description, as it appears at the foot of the release.