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The US FDA has approved J&J’s Rybrevant + Lazcluze as a 1L treatment for LA/metastatic NSCLC with EGFR exon 19 deletions or exon 21 L858R substitution mutations
The approval was based on the P-III (MARIPOSA) assessing Rybrevant + lazertinib vs osimertinib and lazertinib alone in 1074 patients
The study reached its 1EP and 2EPs…
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Based on P-II (AGAVE-201) study, Niktimvo got FDA approval to treat chronic GvHD patients who failed at least two lines of previous therapy
Niktimvo patients (0.3 mg/kg, Q2W, n=79) achieved 75% ORR in 6mos. with 1.5mos. mToR; 60% maintained response at 12mos. Study also met key exploratory EPs, 56% patients achieved ≥7-point improvement in…
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Gilead’s Livdelzi (Seladelpar) as monotx. or in combination with ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) has received accelerated approval for adults unable to tolerate UDCA or with inadequate response to UDCA, respectively. Not recommended for individuals with decompensated cirrhosis
The approval was based on a P-III (RESPONSE) study showing 62% vs 20% (Livdelzi vs PBO) composite biochemical…
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PharmaShots has compiled a list of US FDA-approved drugs in the month of July 2024
The US FDA approved a total of 2 new drugs including 1 new molecular entity and 1 biologic leading to the treatments for patients and advances in the healthcare industry
The major highlighted drug was Eli Lilly’s Kisunla for…
Galderma Reports the US FDA’s Approval of Nemluvio (Nemolizumab) for Treating Prurigo Nodularis (PN)
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The approval of Nemluvio (SC pre-filled pen) was based on P-III (OLYMPIA 1 & 2) studies assessing its safety & efficacy vs PBO in PN patients (n= >500)
Studies met their 1 & 2EPs, showing at least a 4-point reduced itch intensity in 56% & 49% vs 16% (both PBO groups); skin nodules clearance…
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The US FDA has approved Enzeevu, biosimilar version of Eylea (aflibercept), 2mg vial kit & pre-filled syringe for intravitreal injection for enhanced & sustained visual acuity among neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) patients
Approval was supported by the analytical & preclinical in vitro results plus data from Mylight trial, assessing Enzeevu (aflibercept-abzv) vs Eylea in nAMD…
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The US FDA has approved Yorvipath (QD) tablets for treating hypoparathyroidism patients, with its initial supply planned during Q1’25
The approval was supported by the P-II (PaTH Forward) as well as P-III (PaTHway) clinical trials conducted worldwide
Ascendis will further introduce the US Ascendis Signature Access Program (A.S.A.P.) for treatment support & financial assistance…
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The US FDA has granted approval to Lymphir for treating chronic r/r CTCL in patients treated with at least one prior systemic therapy, with its introduction anticipated within the next 5mos.
The approval was based on P-III (Study 302) trial assessing the safety & efficacy of Lymphir (9mcg/kg, IV) among patients (n=69) with…
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The US FDA has granted approval to Voranigo (QD) tablets for treating patients (age: ≥12yrs.) with Gr2 astrocytoma or oligodendroglioma with a susceptible IDH1/2 mutation post-surgery
Approval was based on P-III (INDIGO) trial assessing the safety & efficacy of Voranigo vs PBO to treat residual or recurrent grade 2 glioma with IDH1/2 mutation after…
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Biosimilars are developed to be highly similar versions of approved biologics in terms of safety, purity, and potency
Biosimilars are expected to be a cost-effective alternative to the high-priced branded biologics, offering significant and much-needed cost savings to both payers and patients
The major highlights were the US FDA’s approval of Samsung Bioepis’ Epysqli for Treating Paroxysmal…

