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Vertex’s latest cystic fibrosis drug reports strong sales in first quarter since approval

Vertex Pharmaceuticals’ latest cystic fibrosis drug — the Boston biotech’s third product to reach the market — is off to a strong commercial start.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals’ (VRTX) latest cystic fibrosis drug — the Boston biotech’s third product to reach the market — is off to a strong commercial start.

Sales of the new Vertex drug, marketed under

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