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APIC BIO: Apic Bio’s APB-102 Receives Orphan Drug Designation from the FDA for the Treatment of Genetic SOD1 ALS
Apic Bio, Inc., an innovative gene therapy company developing novel treatment options for patients with rare genetic diseases, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted orphan drug designation to APB-102, a gene therapy soon to be in clinical development for the treatment of genetic SOD1 amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS: Vertex Submits New Drug Application to the U.S. FDA for Triple Combination Regimen of VX-445 (Elexacaftor), Tezacaftor and Ivacaftor in Cystic Fibrosis
Application supported by positive results from two global Phase 3 studies in people with CF ages 12 and older with one F508del mutation and one minimal function mutation and in people with two F508del mutations
SUN PHARMA: Introduces Access Program for Patients Prescribed XELPROS in the U.S.
Sun Ophthalmics, the branded ophthalmic division of Sun Pharmaceuticals Inc, USA, which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mumbai-based Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (Sun Pharma), has launched XELPROS Xpress™ - an access program for patients prescribed XELPROS™ (latanoprost ophthalmic emulsion) 0.005%.
PARAGON BIOSCIENCES: Launches Qlarity Imaging to Advance the First FDA-Cleared Artificial Intelligence Breast Cancer Diagnosis System
Paragon Biosciences LLC — the Chicago-based life science innovator that invests in, builds, and advises bioscience companies — is announcing the launch of its seventh portfolio company, Qlarity Imaging LLC, which was founded to harness the value of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve medical outcomes.
NACS outlines proposals to combat vape sales to minors
With the rise of e-cigarettes and other popular vape products being consumed by young people, government entities are scrambling to find a solution to address the problem.
PEAR THERAPEUTICS: Announces FDA Submission for Somryst™, a Prescription Digital Therapeutic for the Treatment of Adults with Chronic Insomnia and Depression
The pending submission is supported by data from two randomized controlled clinical trials of more than 1,400 patients
ALLERGAN PLC: U.S. FDA Accepts Allergan's New Drug Application for Bimatoprost Sustained-Release in Patients with Open-Angle Glaucoma or Ocular Hypertension
Allergan continues advancement in eye care innovation, developing specialized treatments for patients
30 food, dietary supplement recalls initiated
Food producers carried out 30 food or dietary supplement product recalls over the past month, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
FDA approves fast-tracking of Parkinson’s treatment
The Food and Drug Administration has Fast Tracked a drug that could provide treatment for those who have Parkinson's Disease
MERCK: FDA Approves Merck’s RECARBRIO™ (imipenem, cilastatin, and relebactam) For the Treatment of Adults with Complicated Urinary Tract and Complicated Intra-Abdominal Bacterial Infections Where Limited or No Alternative Treatment Options Are Available
Merck (NYSE:MRK), known as MSD outside the United States and Canada, announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved RECARBRIO™ (imipenem, cilastatin, and relebactam) for injection, 1.25 grams, a new combination antibacterial. RECARBRIO is indicated in patients 18 years of age and older who have limited or no alternative treatment options, for the treatment of complicated urinary tract infections (cUTI), including pyelonephritis, caused by the following susceptible Gram-negative microorganisms: Enterobacter cloacae, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella aerogenes, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
ERCHONIA: FDA Clears Erchonia's FX 635 for Relief of Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
Erchonia Corporation, the global leader in the manufacturing and development of low level laser therapy technology ("3LT"), announces that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted the company 510(k) clearance to market its FX 635 low level laser for the temporary relief of chronic, nociceptive musculoskeletal pain.
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U.S. FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION: FDA approves new treatment for complicated urinary tract and complicated intra-abdominal infections
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Recarbrio (imipenem, cilastatin and relebactam), an antibacterial drug product to treat adults with complicated urinary tract infections (cUTI) and complicated intra-abdominal infections (cIAI).
Treatment approved for rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps
Dupixent, an injectable medication, was approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of chronic rhinosinusitis (prolonged inflammation of the sinuses and nasal cavity) with nasal polyps (growths on the inner lining of the sinuses).
Dravet Syndrome drug submitted for investigation
An investigational new drug application and fast track designation request for EPX-100, a treatment for Dravet Syndrome, were submitted to the Food and Drug Administration.
ASTELLAS PHARMA INC.: Astellas and Seattle Genetics Announce Submission of Biologics License Application to FDA for Enfortumab Vedotin for Patients with Locally Advanced or Metastatic Urothelial Cancer
Submission Based on Pivotal Phase 2 Trial Results Recently Presented at Annual Meeting of American Society of Clinical Oncology
TEVA PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD: Teva Announces FDA Approval of AirDuo® Digihaler™ (fluticasone propionate 113 mcg and salmeterol 14 mcg) Inhalation Powder
The First Digital Maintenance Asthma Inhaler Therapy with Integrated Sensors Joins Teva’s Digital Rescue Inhaler Therapy to Provide Patients with Technology to Track Treatment Use
BAYER: FDA approves Bayer's Gadavist® (gadobutrol) injection as the first and only contrast agent for use in cardiac MR in adult patients with known or suspected coronary artery disease
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is an important public health issue-- a disease that affects 16.5 million Americans
SENSORION: Receives FDA IND Approval for Arazasetron (SENS-401)
Sensorion (Paris:ALSEN) (FR0012596468 – ALSEN) a pioneering clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company which specializes in the development of novel therapies to restore, treat and prevent inner ear diseases such as hearing loss, tinnitus and vertigo, announces that it has received the Investigational New Drug (IND) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to proceed with SENS-401, based on preclinical data and clinical development plan.
ABBOTT: Announces FDA Approval of the Alinity™ s System, the Latest Technology for Screening and Protecting the U.S. Blood and Plasma Supply
Alinity™ s System will screen the U.S. blood and plasma supply faster and more efficiently while maintaining highest levels of accuracy