GlaxoSmithKline's Arzerra flunks lymphoma trial, dashing plans for expanded use

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GlaxoSmithKline has missed out on a big new market for its blood cancer drug Arzerra. Approved to treat chronic lymphocytic leukemia, Arzerra (ofatumumab) failed to pass the test in a B-cell lymphoma trial. And now, Glaxo officials say they're giving up on the indication.