May 07, 2025

Dr. Vinay Prasad Shakes Up FDA Leadership

The FDA has appointed Vinay Prasad as its new vaccine chief, shaking up biotech stocks and signaling potential shifts in drug approvals.

Reuters

May 05, 2025

Ustekinumab Biosimilar Receives Interchangeability Approval

Selarsdi (ustekinumab-aekn) was approved by the FDA as an interchangeable biosimilar to Stelara (ustekinumab) for all approved indications, including psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis.

Conexiant

May 05, 2025

FDA Monthly Round-up: Key April Updates

April’s FDA approvals feature first-in-class therapies, targeted biologics, expanded indications, and innovative delivery systems across allergy, endocrinology, rheumatology, oncology, infectious diseases, and more.

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April 28, 2025

Delgocitinib Cream Outperforms Alitretinoin in Trial

Topical delgocitinib improved eczema severity scores and caused fewer adverse events than oral alitretinoin in adults with severe chronic hand eczema, according to a phase 3 study.

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April 24, 2025

FDA Warns of Topical Finasteride Risks

The FDA has issued a safety alert on compounded topical finasteride products, citing adverse events and emphasizing the lack of regulatory approval or safety evaluation.

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April 22, 2025

Heavy Metals Found in Toothpaste

There are some "heavy metals that are essential in small quantities but could result in adverse effects if present in excess."

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April 18, 2025

FDA Approves New Spontaneous Urticaria Therapy

The FDA approved dupilumab as the first targeted therapy for chronic spontaneous urticaria in patients aged 12 years and older uncontrolled on antihistamines.

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April 17, 2025

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April 16, 2025

Is Primary Care Becoming Pay-to-Play?

“It’s a way to practice self-preservation in this field that is punishing patients and doctors alike” — one internist explains why some rural physicians are opting for concierge care despite the access trade-offs.

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