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FDA approves Isturisa (osilodrostat) treatment for Cushing’s disease
The FDA has approved Isturisa for Cushing’s disease treatment after it demonstrated significant efficacy in clinical trials.
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FDA approves DURYSTA™ (bimatoprost implant) New Drug Application
The DURYSTA ocular implant has been approved by the FDA to reduce intraocular pressure in open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
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Online pharmacy finds high levels of NDMA in metformin
Tests conducted by an online pharmacy has revealed high levels of NMDA in the diabetes drug metformin, prompting the company to press for a recall.
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EC grants marketing authorisation to Givlaari® (givosiran) for acute hepatic porphyria
The developers of givosiran announced the European Commission (EC) has granted the drug marketing authorisation based on results of the Phase III ENVISION trial.
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Raman spectroscopy and mass spectrometry to be used in study of topically applied drugs
The US FDA will fund a research project using Raman spectroscopy and mass spectrometry to study drug delivery via the skin.
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Orphan Drug Designations are declining, says market analysis
A report has suggested that number of Orphan Drug Designations in both the US and Europe is declining, possibly due to prices and political changes.
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FDA announces first drug shortage in US caused by impact of COVID-19
The FDA has released a statement, announcing that the US is experiencing its first shortage as a result of the effects of COVID-19.
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FDA approves Advil Dual Action for over-the-counter pain relief
Advil Dual Action is the first FDA-approved an over-the-counter ibuprofen and acetaminophen combination, backed up with data from several clinical trials proving its efficacy.
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American Health Packaging voluntarily recalls ranitidine tablets
Ranitidine tablets have been recalled due to the possibility of the products containing unacceptable levels of NDMA.
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FDA and EMA accept licence applications for multiple sclerosis treatment
The FDA and EMA have accepted licence applications for ofatumumab, a novel B-cell therapy for patients with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (RMS).
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Five of the most recent developments in anti-cancer therapeutics
European Pharmaceutical Review investigates five of the latest cancer drug approvals and clinical trial results.
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Novartis launches review of Beovu after safety concerns, says report
An external review of the medicine Beovu has been announced by Novartis, which produces the drug, according to a new report.
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FDA accepts Zejula sNDA application as a maintenance treatment for ovarian cancer
The developers of Zejula (niraparib) have announced the FDA will assess the sNDA application under the Real-Time Oncology Review (RTOR) pilot programme.
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How will the rise of biosimilars impact biologics?
Once patents expire for biologic medicines, a market opportunity opens up for biosimilars, a cheaper alternative. With more patents due to expire soon, what will the future look like for biologic medicines?
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FDA approves first generic of ProAir HFA inhalation aerosol
The generic of ProAir HFA (albuterol sulfate) inhalation aerosol has been approved by the FDA to advance patient access to lower-cost medicines.
