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Leading FDA official’s unexpected critique of treatment raises eyebrows on Wall Street.

Key Takeaways FDA regulator George Tidmarsh raised alarms about the lupus drug voclosporin. He highlighted concerns over the drug’s toxicity and lack of clinical benefits. Tidmarsh’s comments sparked speculation about personal motivations behind his statements. Is There a Personal Grudge Behind FDA Comments on Voclosporin? Have you ever had a situation where a colleague made …

Strategies for the FDA to Increase Domestic Medicine Production

Key Takeaways America is at a crucial point in advancing science and public health. Changes in the drug development process can accelerate patient access to lifesaving therapies. The FDA’s new PreCheck program is designed to streamline drug manufacturing and approval. Industry collaboration is essential for improving the pharmaceutical supply chain. Modernizing regulations can transform how …

Crinetics’ Palsonify Receives FDA Approval as the Latest Treatment for Acromegaly

Key Takeaways Crinetics Pharmaceuticals received FDA approval for Palsonify, a new treatment for acromegaly. The drug is considered safe and effective, lowering growth hormone levels significantly. Palsonify is aimed at adults who cannot undergo surgery or didn’t respond to it effectively. The annual cost for Palsonify will be approximately $290,000. Crinetics views this approval as …

FDA Tightens Regulations on Prescription Drug Advertisements Amid Staff Shortage

Key Takeaways Federal regulators issued around 100 warning letters to pharmaceutical companies and healthcare providers. The letters targeted misleading advertising practices from major drugmakers and telehealth companies. Experts question if the FDA has enough resources to effectively follow up on these warnings. Understanding the Recent FDA Action on Pharmaceutical Advertising In a surprising step, federal …

Trump and Kennedy Reveal Initiative to Curb Direct-to-Consumer Pharmaceutical Advertising

Tackling Deceptive Drug Advertisements: A New Push for Transparency The pharmaceutical advertising landscape is changing. Recently, President Trump instructed Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to take action against misleading direct-to-consumer drug ads. This decision comes at a time when the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is stepping up its enforcement against deceptive advertising practices. …

FDA Advisory Committees Pose a Risk to American Healthcare

Are FDA Expert Panels Jeopardizing Public Trust? The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a cornerstone of public health in America, guiding crucial decisions that affect our lives. However, recent developments raise serious concerns about how the agency is operating. In recent months, the FDA has started using ad-hoc “expert panels” for important decision-making processes …