FDA News

FDA Accepts Dupilumab sBLA for Priority Review for Treatment of COPD with Type 2 Inflammation
February 23, 2024

A PDUFA date of June 27, 2024 has been set for approval of a 6th dupilimab indication - as add-on therapy for individuals with COPD and eosinophilic inflammation.

Omalizumab Granted First FDA Indication for Children and Adults with Multiple Food Allergies
February 20, 2024

The OUtMATCH trial showed that individuals as young as age 1 year could tolerate small amounts of peanut and other allergens without an allergic reaction.

GSK RSV Vaccine Arexvy Under FDA Priority Review for Prevention of RSV in High-Risk Adults Aged 50 to 59 Years
February 08, 2024

Approval of the application would extend the current Arexvy indication for prevention of RSV in adults aged 60 years and older; a June 2024 PDUFA date is set.

FDA Announces Plan for Paxlovid Transition from Emergency Use to Approved Labeling
February 01, 2024

After March 8, 2024, EUA-labeled Paxlovid will no longer be authorized for use, regardless of expiration date, according to the agency.

FDA Renews Warning Against Use of Tianeptine-Containing Products, aka “Gas Station Heroin”
January 31, 2024

Reported adverse events of products with tianeptine include seizures, loss of consciousness, and death, according to the FDA.

Opioid with 'Overdose Protection' Formulation Wins FDA Breakthrough Designation
January 29, 2024

The investigational combination opioid from Ensysce Biosciences is designed to deter abuse as well as prevent accidental or intentional overdose, the company said.

FDA Approves Dupilumab for Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Children Aged 1 to 11 Years
January 26, 2024

Dupilumab is the first agent approved to treat EoE in this vulnerable pediatric population.

FDA Adds Black Box to Prolia PI Warning of Severe Hypocalcemia Risk in CKD
January 23, 2024

The Boxed Warning reflects FDA research into severe adverse events including hospitalization and death in persons with CKD treated with denosumab.

Shelf-Life Extended for Narcan Nasal Spray, FDA Announces
January 18, 2024

This second shelf-life extension for the OTC naloxone hydrochloride 4 mg spray continues the FDA's campaign to prevent drug overdose and related fatalities.

FDA Review Suggest No Link Between GLP-1RAs and Suicidal Thoughts but Surveillance Will Continue
January 12, 2024

While the FDA's preliminary evaluation has not surfaced evidence of a link, the agency says it "cannot definitively rule out that a small risk may exist," and so will continue research.