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US FDA grants orphan drug status for XORTX’s oxypurinol

Pharmaceutical Technology

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted orphan drug designation (ODD) to XORTX Therapeutics’ oxypurinol to treat autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) patients. We look forward to our upcoming meeting with the FDA on 1 May 2023 to discuss our planned Phase III clinical programme for XORLO.”

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Early diagnosis in Alzheimer’s disease: A first step towards better care

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Timely and accurate diagnosis is critical to maximize the efficacy of available interventions – but for most individuals, the diagnostic journey remains long, complex and costly (Alzheimer’s Disease International, 2021; Chiari, 2022; Juganavar, 2023). Currently, of the eight drugs approved by the U.S. 2024; Quanterix, 2024).

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Botanical drugs – what is the best way forward for regulatory and market approval?

European Pharmaceutical Review

In the US, botanical dietary supplements can be sold without US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval, 1 prompting many vendors to promote the use of botanical products as dietary supplements , 2 rather than pursue a path of regulatory approval. 3 Is two too few?

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Otsuka and Lundbeck’s sNDA for Rexulti gains US FDA approval

Pharmaceutical Technology

Otsuka Pharmaceutical and H Lundbeck have received approval for the supplemental new drug application (sNDA) from the US Food and Drug Administration for Rexulti (brexpiprazole) to treat agitation associated with dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease.

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The future of medical cannabis development in Europe

European Pharmaceutical Review

3 With established drug development pathways, we are accustomed to a rigid structure of translation from bench to bedside. It is estimated that only one in 10 drugs that enter Phase I trials are subsequently licensed by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Psychedelic medicines: are they gaining traction in Europe?

European Pharmaceutical Review

As psychedelics diffused into wider society and recreational use increased, some individuals reported…ongoing symptoms after the drugs had left the body” At a time when psychiatry lacked effective medical therapies, the discovery of LSD was of interest.

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Uncovering the potential of ADCs to target tumours

European Pharmaceutical Review

What are antibody-drug conjugates and why do they hold potential over other treatment modalities? Antibody drug conjugates (ADCs) are an emerging technology adding significant value to the oncology treatment landscape. Antibody drug conjugate: the “biological missile” for targeted cancer therapy. 2023; 3 Tsuchikama et al.