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AUGUST 2, 2023

Eichenfield serves on Verrica Pharmaceuticals’ Board of Directors and spoke to Xtalks about the company’s recent approval of YCANTH (cantharidin) topical solution as the first FDA approved treatment for pediatric and adult patients with molluscum contagiosum, a highly contagious viral skin infection that primarily affects children.

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MARCH 7, 2023

For International Women’s Day, DDW’s Diana Spencer celebrates some of the women in leadership making an impact on the drug discovery and life sciences sector. The life sciences sector has traditionally outperformed others when it comes to attracting women to its workforce. Anti-ageing science therefore has huge value.

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DECEMBER 20, 2023

In 2023, there were significant advancements and notable trends in the life sciences. These advancements and trends addressed important industry challenges and offered opportunities to foster innovations and solutions in areas including drug development, healthcare and medical devices. billion in 2022.

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APRIL 3, 2024

Approximately ten to 20 percent of patients with PNH may develop extravascular hemolysis (EVH), a condition that causes RBC destruction outside of blood vessels. Voydeya is the first-in-class, oral, factor D inhibitor developed specifically as an add-on to ravulizumab or eculizumab for patients who develop EVH.

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JANUARY 18, 2023

Ayesha also talked about the FDA approval of AstraZeneca’s asthma inhaler Airsupra, the first-in-class drug that contains both a beta agonist and corticosteroid. The inhaler is approved as a rescue medication for adults with asthma to help treat bronchoconstriction and asthma attacks.

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XTalks

JUNE 29, 2023

This episode features an interview with Marci English, Vice President and Head of BioPharma Development at Astellas Pharma, about the recent FDA approval of the company’s drug Veozah (fezolinetant) for the treatment of moderate to severe hot flashes and night sweats due to menopause.

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XTalks

AUGUST 10, 2022

In this episode, Ayesha discussed a new COVID-19 test technology that Innova Medical Group, world leader in at-home COVID-19 tests, has reached a licensing deal for with the University of Birmingham where the technology was developed. AstraZeneca’s Enhertu Gets FDA Approved as First Therapy for HER2-Low Breast Cancer.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

This liquid formulation of metronidazole is the sole FDA-approved liquid option, offering a groundbreaking prescribing alternative for patients encountering difficulties in swallowing or facing taste-related obstacles. With a 24-month shelf life and no need for refrigeration, Likmez provides a convenient option for patients.

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XTalks

MARCH 28, 2024

Italy-based drugmaker Italfarmaco has won US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for its oral medication Duvyzat (givinostat) for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in patients six years of age and older. Duvyzat received Priority Review, Orphan Drug and Rare Pediatric Disease designations from the FDA.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

In this episode, Ayesha talked about the breakthrough FDA approval of Provention Bio’s Tzield for delaying the onset of type 1 diabetes in adult and pediatric patients. It’s the first approved treatment for slowing the progression of stage 2 type 1 diabetes to stage 3, the stage at which a clinical diagnosis is made.

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JANUARY 2, 2024

For instance, Vyjuvek , the first FDA-approved gene therapy for DEB, is priced at $24,250 per vial. a biotech company specializing in the development and commercialization of genetic medicines for rare diseases, announced FDA approval for Vyjuvek for the treatment of DEB.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Pfizer spinout SpringWorks Therapeutics’ Ogsiveo (nirogacestat) has received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for the treatment of desmoid tumors, an ultra-rare subtype of non-cancerous soft tissue sarcomas that can cause severe pain and disfigurement.

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MAY 11, 2022

Ayesha also talked about a new ovarian cancer blood test developed by researchers at the University of Manchester that may help diagnose the disease quicker and more accurately, especially in younger women. Read the full articles here: Researchers Use Emerging Ovarian Cancer Biomarker to Develop New Blood Test for Ovarian Cancer.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 12, 2023

After receiving US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for Fabhalta (iptacopan) last week for the treatment of the rare blood disorder paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH), Novartis presented trial data yesterday showing the drug’s promise in another indication.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

In this episode, Ayesha talked about the recent FDA approval for Immunocore’s Kimmtrak for the treatment of a rare type of eye cancer called uveal melanoma. Read the full articles here: Immunocore’s Kimmtrak Gets FDA Approval as First Treatment for Rare Eye Cancer and First T Cell Receptor Therapeutic.

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XTalks

MAY 10, 2023

In this episode, Ayesha talked about the FDA approval of the world’s first vaccine for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The vaccine is approved for adults 60 years of age and older. Ayesha and the team also discussed the FDA approval of Qalsody (tofersen), a novel, first-of-its-kind treatment for ALS.

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AUGUST 16, 2023

In this episode, Ayesha talked about the FDA approval of Zurzuvae (zuranolone) the first oral tablet for the treatment of postpartum depression (PPD). Subscribe to the Xtalks Life Science Podcast to never miss a new episode.

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DECEMBER 15, 2021

Ayesha discusses the FDA approval of Biohaven’s intranasal spray Zavegepant for the acute treatment of migraines. An mRNA-based flu shot can be developed more rapidly than a traditional flu shot. Moderna is also developing a combo vaccine against COVID-19, influenza and RSV.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

GlaxoSmithKline LLC (GSK) recently announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Jesduvroq (daprodustat), a new once-a-day oral treatment for anemia due to chronic kidney disease (CKD). The approval is currently only for adult patients who have been undergoing dialysis for at least four months.

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pharmaphorum

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Ireland-based Fountain Healthcare Partners has raised another €125 million ($131 million) for its third life sciences fund – 25% ahead of its target – and says it will pump most of the money into European therapeutics and medical device companies. The third fund is now closed.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 29, 2022

The life sciences and healthcare are among the biggest industries globally, and their significance was particularly highlighted during the past couple of years by the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the hyperfocus on the life sciences thanks to COVID, consumers appear to be more autonomous and vocal about their medical demands and choices.

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XTalks

JULY 25, 2023

“The approval of Cyfendus vaccine is symbolic of Emergent’s longstanding partnership with the US government and our shared commitment to helping protect public health,” said Dr. Kelly Warfield, Emergent’s senior vice president, science and development, in the company’s press release. What Is Anthrax? anthracis exposure.

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APRIL 24, 2024

ImmunityBio’s Anktiva (N-803, or nogapendekin alfa inbakicept-pmln) along with the Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine has won US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for the treatment of non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC).

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

In this episode, Ayesha and the editorial team spoke with Peter Sallstig, MD, MBA, Global Head of Product Development Division and Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at Santen Pharmaceuticals, a biotech company focused on leveraging key, innovative technologies to develop solutions for eye-related problems worldwide.

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MARCH 30, 2022

This includes the company’s bestselling epilepsy drug Epidiolex, which is the first FDA-approved cannabis-based medication. Construction on the facility has commenced and Jazz says it is committed to it being environmentally sustainable at all stages of development and use.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Other factors like frequently consuming alcohol or using steroids often may also increase the chance of developing a gastric ulcer. On Friday, Azurity Pharmaceuticals announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved their innovative oral liquid formulation Konvomep (omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate for oral suspension).

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Amjevita received FDA approval in 2016 and after a legal settlement with Humira maker AbbVie, has finally reached market launch. Ayesha also discussed new Alzheimer’s research from Kings College London that could lead to the development of a blood test for the early detection of the disease.

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pharmaphorum

JANUARY 12, 2023

Airsupra (PT027), a new asthma rescue treatment developed by AstraZeneca (AZ) and development partner Avillion, has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The new approval continues the company’s unmarred success rate in clinical co-development partnerships across multiple therapeutic areas.

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XTalks

JANUARY 4, 2023

MediWound, a biopharmaceutical company focused on biotherapeutic solutions for tissue repair and regeneration, announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved their orphan biological product NexoBrid (anacaulase-bcdb) for the removal of eschar in adults with deep partial-thickness and/or full-thickness thermal burns.

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XTalks

JANUARY 26, 2023

This is the fourth US FDA approval that BeiGene has received for Brukinsa since 2019. BTK plays an important role in the immune system by regulating B cell receptor signaling through its effects on the development and maturation of B cells.

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APRIL 25, 2024

Now we recognize that over the last ten years or so there have been major developments in pharmacotherapy for the management of different etiologies of heart failure,” says Dr. Nicholas Alp, MD, PhD, FACC, FRCP, Vice President of the Medical Department at Medpace. The Carillon device, developed by Cardiac Dimensions Inc.

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MAY 2, 2022

For Mycovia Pharmaceuticals , Vivjoa is the company’s first FDA-approved drug in its pipeline of novel treatments for fungal infections. North Carolina-based Mycovia is an emerging biopharmaceutical company devoted to recognizing and empowering people living with unmet medical needs through the development of novel therapies.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first gene therapies for the treatment of sickle cell disease, approving two on the same day. The landmark approvals were awarded to bluebird bio’s Lyfgenia (lovo-cel) and Vertex Pharmaceuticals and CRISPR Therapeutics’ jointly developed Casgevy (exa-cel).

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OCTOBER 22, 2021

In July 2021, the agency approved the first interchangeable biosimilar product, Semglee (insulin glargine-yfgn) for the treatment of diabetes. The FDA approved the supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) for Cyltezo as the first interchangeable biosimilar with Humira.

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OCTOBER 18, 2022

Global medical device company Nevro Corp has received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for the Senza HFX iQ spinal cord stimulation (SCS) system for the treatment of long-term or chronic pain. HFX iQ is designed to improve the consistency of pain relief and is the only SCS system that truly personalizes care,” said D.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The disorder usually develops in infancy or early childhood but can also appear in adulthood, including during pregnancy, in some cases. Today, we are proud to further support the rare disease community by delivering Adzynma as the first FDA-approved therapeutic option for people with cTTP.”

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APRIL 21, 2021

In this episode of the Xtalks Life Science podcast, Ayesha discusses the type of thrombotic events reported in these patients, and the team explores whether the benefits of getting vaccinated outweigh the risks of getting COVID-19, and suffering infection-associated thrombosis.

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