com/cgi-bin/prnh/19991220/MLNMLOGO )
Highlights from clinical studies of VELCADE that will be presented
include:
Multiple Myeloma
* Updated survival and safety data from the APEX trial
-- Single-agent survival rates versus high-dose dexamethasone (abstract
#2547)
-- Frequency, characteristics and reversibility of peripheral neuropathy
(abstract #366)
* Single-agent or combination therapy in the front-line setting
-- Combination with melphalan and prednisone (abstract #786)
-- Single-agent and in combination with dexamethasone (abstract #783)
-- Combination with thalidomide and dexamethasone followed by autologous
stem cell transplant (abstract #784)
* VELCADE safety and efficacy data in difficult -to-treat populations
-- VELCADE based combination therapies in relapsed patients with renal
failure requiring dialysis (abstract #2550)
-- VELCADE based combination therapies in patients with chromosome 13
deletion (abstract #509)

Across Lymphomas
* VELCADE activity in studies in a variety of lymphomas
-- Combination with rituximab in indolent non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
(abstract #17)
-- Combination with CHOP plus rituximab in B-cell and mantle cell
lymphoma (abstract #491)
-- Single-agent in Waldenstrom 's Macroglobulinemia, a B-cell malignancy
(abstract #490)

Abstracts can be accessed on the ASH website at http://www.

About VELCADE
VELCADE is indicated for the treatment of multiple myeloma patients who
have received at least one prior therapy., the
countries of the European Union and a number of countries within Latin America
and South-East Asia.
After suffering from persistent migraine
headaches, chronic fatigue syndrome, hormonal problems and liver
complications due to hepatitis, Brenda Watson decided to take charge of her
health with food. CHICAGO, Researchers today announced
results of new investigational studies with Zelnorm(R) (tegaserod maleate),
which show it may offer a novel approach to treating upper gastrointestinal
(GI) disorders, such as dyspepsia , gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and
functional heartburn. These
data suggest Zelnorm affects a sensory pathway in the stomach of these
patients that triggers its expansion, allowing it to accommodate a meal.6 years) and 12 healthy volunteers (eight women, mean age 24. In salivary samples, the volume and the content of
salivary buffers, protein, mucin, EGF, TGF alpha, and PGE2 were measured using
standard methods. In collected
samples their volume and the content of bicarbonate and non-bicarbonate
buffers, protein, mucin, EGF, TGF alpha, and PGE2 were measured using
commercial assays.06 vs . Patients were
randomly assigned to Zelnorm 6 mg b. The
meeting showcases approximately 5,000 abstracts and hundreds of lectures on
the latest advances in GI research, medicine and technology .

About Novartis
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation researches, develops, manufacturers
and markets leading innovative prescription drugs used to treat a number of
diseases and conditions , including central nervous system disorders, organ
transplantation, cardiovascular diseases, dermatological diseases, respiratory
disorders, cancer and arthritis.

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Risks associated with VELCADE therapy include new or worsening peripheral
neuropathy, hypotension , cardiac disorders, gastrointestinal adverse events,
thrombocytopenia and tumor lysis syndrome."

Millions of Americans suffer from digestive disorders.

Treatment periods were separated by seven to 14 days. In
addition, data showed Zelnorm enhanced esophageal release of epidermal growth
factor. Frequency, severity and distress were compared by
randomized block analysis, P<0. The only
adverse events reported notably more often with Zelnorm than with placebo were
diarrhea (9 percent vs. The Group invested approximately USD 4.

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millennium. After several years of changing her diet to a
more organic one, adding supplementation and monitoring her body's
response, she discovered that digestive issues were at the core of all her
other health maladies. Twenty-two of these patients (73 percent) had
normal gastric emptying and eight (27 percent) had delayed gastric emptying
(t1/2 octanoic acid breath test >109 min, which is a measurement of how much
time it takes for half the food to leave the stomach; up to 108 minutes is
normal).d.01, respectively) and during
mastication (by 19 percent; P=0.
The functional heartburn study consisted of 42 patients (15 Males and 27
Females, from 20 to 68 years of age) with functional heartburn.05); and
distress from epigastric discomfort (P<0. Overall, safety data
is now available in more than 14,000 patients who have enrolled in clinical
trials assessing Zelnorm's safety and efficacy in various GI conditions. Ischemic colitis and other forms of
intestinal ischemia have been reported in patients receiving Zelnorm during
marketed use of the drug.

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K.S.05, respectively).016) during mastication, whereas PGE2 and
TGF alpha increased significantly in basal conditions (by 35 percent; P=0.6 percent, but did
not reach statistical significance . Symptoms assessed included epigastric
pain, epigastric discomfort, heartburn/acid reflux, regurgitation , chest pain,
dysphagia, early satiety, post-meal bloating, and nausea.05. A causal relationship between Zelnorm and these
events has not been established.

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C.com. These common GI disorders can affect up to one in four
Americans. Thus, the improvement of the stomach's motor function with a
simulated meal suggests a therapeutic role for Zelnorm in dyspepsia patients.
The first GERD study was conducted in a double-blind, placebo-controlled,
cross-over design with 38 GERD patients (26 female and 12 male) from 23 to 61
years of age, with an average age of 41.clark@novartis.

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and
Johnson + Johnson Pharmaceutical Research + Development, L.L.

Editor's Note: This release is available on the Media section of the
Millennium website at http://www. This was recorded during a 30-minute period to simulate and quantify
meal-induced stomach relaxation and the severity of dyspeptic symptoms during
gastric volume measurements.
Zelnorm was shown to enhance the postprandial gastric compliance of the
stomach in dyspepsia patients and the ability to accommodate in healthy
controls . population on a
weekly basis.024
and by 47 percent; P=0.
A second double-blind, placebo -controlled, cross-over design study was
conducted with 32 GERD patients (21 female and 11 male), from 23 to 61 years
of age, with an average age of 41.02). Change from baseline
was assessed for both Zelnorm and Placebo. Distress from regurgitation was
the only symptom significantly improved by placebo and not by Zelnorm when
compared to baseline score (P<0.9 percent). Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks,
uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results with Zelnorm to
be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements
expressed or implied by such statements.novartis.

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, December 10-13, 2005.
In 331 patients who were treated with VELCADE in a phase III study, the
most commonly reported adverse events were asthenic conditions (61%), diarrhea
(57%), nausea (57%), constipation (42%), peripheral neuropathy (36%), vomiting
(35%), pyrexia (35%), thrombocytopenia (35%), psychiatric disorders (35%),
anorexia and appetite decreased (34%), parasthesia (27%), dysesthesia (27%),
anemia and headache (26%), and cough (21%). VELCADE is also approved in the European Union as a
second-line treatment.

"Like most people, I was eating the standard American diet and taking
antibiotics every time I got sick, but my health kept deteriorating," says
Watson, author of, "The H.
"These results are promising , suggesting that in addition to its proven
pro-motility benefits, Zelnorm may also improve the body 's sensory responses
during digestion, working to normalize functions throughout the GI tract,"
said Philip Miner, M. It is characterized by impaired gut function, accompanied by
abdominal pain or discomfort , often associated with a meal.
Two studies in patients with dyspepsia found Zelnorm was able to increase
meal-induced gastric accommodation and postprandial gastric compliance.i. At
the end of each treatment period a gastric barostat (balloon) study was
performed.53 +/-0. 390 +/-81 pg/min , NS).
In chronic constipation studies, the incidence of adverse events with
Zelnorm was similar to that of placebo.6 percent vs.com or by contacting Maryon Clark of Novartis
Pharmaceuticals Corporation at (862) 778-0312 or via e-mail at
maryon.

Contacts
Maryon Clark
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Tel 862 778 0312
or 201 400 8479
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P.The H .E.D. After introduction
of the barostat bag, graded pressure distensions (2 mmHg increments/2 min )
were performed to determine gastric compliance (the elasticity of the stomach
walls) and the stomach wall's sensitivity to distension. using a double-blind, randomized,
cross-over design. Patients rated occurrence (yes, no), frequency,
severity and distress via Likert scales.05); frequency of epigastric discomfort, heartburn/acid reflux, and
chest pain (all P<0.05). Approximately 3 million patients worldwide have been treated with
Zelnorm to date. It is approved in more than 55 countries for IBS with
Constipation.

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The most commonly reported SAEs were pyrexia (6%),
diarrhea (5%), dyspnea and pneumonia (4%), and vomiting (3%)., a leading biopharmaceutical company
based in Cambridge, Mass .O. Formula: The Ultimate Health Secret. More than 65
million have chronic heartburn and over 58 million have irritable bowl
syndrome (IBS), the second most cited reason for missed work behind the
common cold.
In the second study, 16 patients with dyspepsia (nine women, mean age
32. The fasting period was examined, as well as the administration of a
10 percent intraduodenal lipid infusion (infusion rate 1 ml/min), and pain
sensation thresholds were studied along with proximal gastric compliance
(elasticity) by ramp distension at 2 mmHg increments up to a bag volume of
1000 ml . 281 +/-88
pg/min, P=0. Diarrhea rarely led to discontinuation of the study (0. Any such success can be affected by, among other things,
uncertainties relating to product development, future clinical trial results
related to dyspepsia, GERD and other medical conditions, adverse regulatory
actions or delays, government regulation generally, the ability to obtain or
maintain patent or other proprietary intellectual property protection,
competition in general and other risks and factors referred to in the
Company's current Form 20-F on file with the Securities and Exchange
Commission of the United States.2 billion and pro forma net income of USD 5.
Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, Novartis Group companies employ
approximately 81,400 people and operate in over 140 countries around the
world .

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is responsible for commercialization in Japan. By applying its knowledge of the
human genome, its understanding of disease mechanisms and its industrialized
drug discovery platform, Millennium is seeking to develop breakthrough
products. Go to http://www.hopeformula.
Esophageal perfusate volumes were similar during administration of Zelnorm
or placebo except in basal conditions (6. As many patients experiencing functional heartburn do not
respond to traditional heartburn treatments , research has suggested that this
sensation may be caused by mechanistic function in the esophagus .
In the functional heartburn study, treatment with Zelnorm reduced a range
of dysmotility -related upper GI symptoms, including epigastric discomfort,
regurgitation, dysphagia (pain while swallowing), early satiety (a sense of
fullness while eating), post-meal bloating, heartburn/acid reflux and chest
pain. The only adverse event reported more
often with Zelnorm 6 mg twice-a-day than placebo was diarrhea (6.

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and were published in the November 16, 2005 issue of BLOOD, the journal of the
American Society of Hematology. VELCADE is contraindicated in
patients with hypersensitivity to bortezomib, boron, or mannitol. The success she experienced with her renewed health
fueled her passion to help others.O.E, which includes a diet high in fiber, omega-3 oils,
probiotics and digestive enzymes, that can help you get on the right path
for improved health.
"Upper GI disorders affect millions of Americans and we are encouraged to
see that in addition to providing relief to millions of IBS-C and chronic
constipation sufferers, Zelnorm may now offer hope to this population as
well," said Alex Gorsky, chief operating officer, Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Corporation.
Salivary flow rates during administration of Zelnorm increased
significantly over corresponding values recorded during placebo, both in basal
conditions (by 23 percent; P=0.021).04 percent) and during
marketed use of Zelnorm. In some cases, these complications have required
hospitalization for rehydration.
Zelnorm was developed by Novartis and is also known in some countries as
Zelmac .2 billion in R+D.zelnorm.

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VELCADE is being co-developed by Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc. VELCADE is
approved in more than 60 countries worldwide, including the U.

Contacts:
Theresa McNeely (media) Kyle Kuvalanka (investors)
(617) 679-7405 (617) 761-4734

Americans spend more than $120 billion per year on digestive
problems making it the country's most prevalent and expensive disease.P. Formula," on WEDU-TV (PBS) in the Tampa -St. Saliva samples were collected
basally, during mastication and during the esophageal phase (after placement
of a specially designed esophageal catheter) to initial sodium chloride
followed by hydrochloric acid/pepsin and final sodium chloride, to mimic
gastroesophageal reflux.1 percent and 24.

Zelnorm and Functional Heartburn Study
Functional heartburn is characterized by the sensation of burning
typically associated with heartburn, however, patients do not exhibit evidence
of acid reflux.

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Company's business, which can be identified by the use of forward -looking
terminology such as "may offer," "suggests," "may improve," "may help,"
"potential," or similar expressions, or by discussions of strategy, plans or
intentions.

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E. Patients underwent a gastric barostat (balloon ) study on two separate
occasions, two weeks apart, after five days of pretreatment with placebo or
Zelnorm 6 mg b.
When compared to baseline, the following symptom parameters were
significantly improved by Zelnorm but not by placebo: occurrence of epigastric
discomfort, regurgitation, dysphagia , early satiety and post-meal bloating
(all P<0. 4 percent) and headache (15 percent vs. Jointly sponsored by the
American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD), the American
Gastroenterological Association (AGA), the American Society for
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Pharmaceuticals, Inc. The Company's
research, development and commercialization activities are focused in two
therapeutic areas: oncology and inflammation.com.

"Changing my diet changed my life," says Watson, a naturopathic doctor, who
has spent the past 15 years as a licensed colon therapist and successfully
launched five colon therapy clinics in Florida, helping people with a
multitude of digestive disorders. Most Americans are literally dying from
embarrassment because they are too embarrassed to discuss what's going on
in the bathroom with their doctor.com for more show
times and dates.
increased meal-induced gastric accommodation. Collected data were analyzed using SPSS statistical
software.047 and by 15 percent; P=0.
Salivary EGF increased by 38 percent in basal conditions (P=0. The rate of EGF secretion in basal conditions (perfusion with
initial NaCl ) during administration of Zelnorm was 13 percent higher than
after placebo therapy (440 +/-129 vs .i. Patients
completed a multi-symptom questionnaire, which evaluated nine prominent upper
GI symptoms at baseline prior to all study procedures, and after completion of
each treatment regimen.
Serious consequences of diarrhea, including hypovolemia, hypotension and
syncope, have been reported in the clinical studies (0.

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Fourteen percent of patients
reported at least one episode of grade 4 toxicity; the most common grade 4
toxicities were thrombocytopenia (4%), neutropenia (2%), and hypercalcemia
(2%). In her new
book, "The H. "Results of this nature deepen our
understanding of the impact various disorders can have on how the GI tract
works and how Zelnorm may help to restore its normal function.d.d. Administration of Zelnorm was shown to augment production of potential
esophago-protective factors, which could potentially lead to therapeutic
benefit in patients with GERD.001 and by 28 percent; P<0.05 ml/min;
P=0.com

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New Data on VELCADE(R) (bortezomib) for Injection to Be Presented at Upcoming American Society of Hematology Meeting

VELCADE
should be administered under the supervision of a physician experienced in the
use of antineoplastic therapy. Women of childbearing potential
should avoid becoming pregnant while being treated with VELCADE.S."

Zelnorm and Dyspepsia Study
Dyspepsia is a digestive condition that affects approximately one in four
Americans.
In dyspepsia patients with normal gastric emptying (which represent the
majority of dyspepsia patients in clinical practice), Zelnorm 6 mg b. and placebo for 14 consecutive days,
in a crossover design, separated by a seven-to-10-day washout. Zelnorm mimics the natural effects of serotonin by activating 5HT4
receptors, which normalizes impaired motility in the GI tract, inhibits
visceral sensitivity and stimulates intestinal secretion.

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"I want to get digestive problems out in
the open so people can get help.

You can hear more about Watson's personal story and the secret of, "The
H.
Zelnorm is currently approved for the treatment of women with Irritable
Bowel Syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) and for patients less than 65 years
of age with Chronic Idiopathic Constipation . pylori negative dyspepsia patients (seven
males, mean age 42 +/- 2 years).
Researchers in the GERD study found that Zelnorm significantly enhanced
the secretion of salivary protective factors , especially increasing buffering
capacity of the esophagus, which protects the esophageal lining from acid. The results of analysis of protective factors in saliva,
collected in a parallel fashion , are presented in a separate abstract. Symptom occurrence was compared
using McNemar tests.

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P.009 , respectively). Zelnorm is also indicated for the short-term treatment of women
with IBS whose primary symptom is constipation. 12 percent). Specifically, there are no guarantees
that the data described above will result in the commercial success of
Zelnorm. In 2004, the Novartis Group's businesses
achieved sales of USD 28.

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Watson believes that the proliferation of other health problems including
arthritis, diabetes and lupus could have its start in your gut.E. in a double-blind randomized fashion. These findings suggest a
therapeutic potential for Zelnorm in dyspepsia patients with impaired
accommodation and normal emptying.6 years) were
studied on two separate occasions, each after a seven day treatment period
with either placebo or Zelnorm 6 mg b. Persistent heartburn is the most frequent symptom
of GERD, which affects approximately 20 percent of the U. However, after
the mucosal exposure to HCl/pepsin and subsequent final perfusion with NaCl,
the rate of esophageal EGF secretion in patients receiving Zelnorm was
significantly higher (46 percent) than after placebo ( 408 +/-94 vs. Researchers indicated that these results showed promise for Zelnorm in
the treatment of a number of GI conditions and called for additional studies
of Zelnorm in functional heartburn and functional dyspepsia.

About Zelnorm
Zelnorm is indicated for the treatment of men and women less than 65 years
of age with chronic idiopathic constipation. The effectiveness of Zelnorm in
patients 65 years or older with chronic idiopathic constipation has not been
established .
3 percent).
Typically, diarrhea was transient, lasting two days, and generally resolved
without rescue medication or interruption of treatment.
The majority of patients reporting diarrhea had a single episode and in most
cases, diarrhea occurred in the first week of treatment. Zelnorm also is approved for use in Chronic Constipation in more
than 15 countries, including Mexico and many of the Latin American countries.6
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Millennium is
responsible for commercialization of VELCADE in the U.P.O.

Results Show Promise for Zelnorm in the Treatment of Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders

In some patients,
the inability of the stomach to properly accommodate (expand to hold food) or
impaired gastric compliance (the elasticity of the stomach wall) may play an
important role in causing the symptoms of dyspepsia.064) and
significantly (by 47 percent; P=0. The esophageal secretion from submucosal
mucous glands was collected, using the specially designed esophageal perfusion
catheter, during mucosal exposure to initial NaCl followed by HCl/pepsin and
final NaCl to mimic the natural gastroesophageal reflux scenario.
Collected data were statistically analyzed using SPSS statistical software.05). Typically, it
resolved with continued therapy.

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About Millennium
Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc.millennium."
"Then, I finally got sick and tired of being sick and tired."
(Click here for details) National bestselling author, Brenda Watson shares

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When doctors couldn't pinpoint the problem, Watson began exploring her
health issues on her own ., president and medical director, the Oklahoma
Foundation for Digestive Research.i.i. The rate of secretion of salivary bicarbonate and
non-bicarbonate buffers also increased significantly in basal conditions (by
44 percent; P<0. 6.
In IBS-C clinical trials, Zelnorm was generally well tolerated .clark@novartis.com.

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; Janssen-Cilag is
responsible for commercialization in Europe and the rest of the world. Janssen
Pharmaceutical K.E.O.
The first study examined 30 H. Zelnorm is the first
in a novel class of drugs that act as an agonist at 5HT4 (serotonin type 4)
receptors.

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, markets VELCADE, a novel cancer product, and has a
robust clinical development pipeline of product candidates . The Company's website is http://www."
The findings were compiled from four Zelnorm studies presented at
Digestive Disease Week 2005.003) and during stimulation with mastication
(by 15 percent; P<0.001). The safety and effectiveness
of Zelnorm in men with IBS-C have not been established. For further information please consult http://www.

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(Nasdaq: MLNM) today announced that data from studies of
VELCADE will be featured at the 47th Annual Meeting of the American Society of
Hematology in Atlanta, GA.S. Petersburg market, on
March 11, 12, 15 and 22. "Ongoing studies will further investigate Zelnorm's ability to
safely and effectively treat the symptoms of dyspepsia and GERD. The increase in the rate of secretion of remaining
investigated parameters varied between 2.d.
Located in East Hanover, New Jersey, Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
is an affiliate of Novartis AG (NYSE: NVS) -- a world leader in
pharmaceuticals and consumer health.

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A total of 144 patients on VELCADE (44%) reported serious adverse events
(SAEs) during the study.
For more information about VELCADE clinical trials, patients and
physicians can contact the Millennium Medical Product Information Department
at 1-866-VELCADE (1-866-835-2233).P. Formula," Watson describes a simple four -part solution
she calls H.

Zelnorm and GERD Studies
In gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, sensations occur when the
lower esophagus does not close properly and stomach contents leak back, or
reflux, into the esophagus.68 +/-0.05); severity of epigastric discomfort (P<0.

About DDW
Digestive Disease Week (DDW) is the largest international gathering of
physicians , researchers and academics in the fields of gastroenterology,
hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery. The company's mission is to improve people's
lives by pioneering novel healthcare solutions .

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