A new combination therapy has been shown to be the first and only chemotherapy-free treatment to demonstrate a significant survival advantage over the current standard of care for a specific type of lung cancer prevalent in Asia.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially approved INLEXZO™ (gemcitabine intravesical system), a novel drug-delivery system from Johnson & Johnson set to revolutionize care for adults with BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC). This first-of-its-kind therapy offers a significant bladder-sparing alternative for a high-risk patient group often facing complete bladder removal. Clinical trials showed an 82% complete response rate, marking a major advancement in bladder cancer treatment.
Amgen and Kyowa Kirin announced positive top-line results from the ASCEND Phase 3 long-term study for rocatinlimab, an investigational treatment for adults and adolescents with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis. The study demonstrated a continued therapeutic benefit and a consistent safety profile, showing sustained improvements in skin clearance and itch reduction at one year.
Eli Lilly announced its novel cancer drug, olomorasib, has been granted Breakthrough Therapy designation by the U.S. FDA. This significant milestone aims to expedite the development of the treatment for patients with advanced KRAS G12C-mutated non-small cell lung cancer, a historically difficult-to-treat condition.
The landmark STEER study provides the first head-to-head real-world comparison of the cardiovascular benefits of Wegovy® and tirzepatide. In a study of over 21,000 adults with obesity and established cardiovascular disease, Wegovy® (semaglutide 2.4 mg) demonstrated a significantly greater reduction in the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death compared to tirzepatide.
Pfizer and BioNTech’s updated COMIRNATY vaccine, targeting the LP.8.1 COVID-19 sublineage, gained FDA approval for use in seniors and high-risk individuals aged 5 to 64. The vaccine promises enhanced immune defense against current variants and is set for immediate distribution across the U.S.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has broadened the approved use of Amgen’s Repatha (evolocumab) for adults at increased risk for major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) due to uncontrolled low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C).
NORTH CHICAGO, Ill – AbbVie (ABBV) has reached a significant advancement in the development of upadacitinib (RINVOQ), a JAK inhibitor for autoimmune hair loss diseases, [Read More…]
Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy has received FDA approval to treat MASH, a serious liver disease linked to obesity and diabetes. This new indication highlights Wegovy’s role in improving liver fibrosis and reversing liver damage alongside lifestyle changes.
Omeros Corporation reported a sharply reduced net loss in Q2 2025, strengthened its balance sheet through debt restructuring and new capital, and advanced its lead drug narsoplimab toward regulatory approvals.
