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Still, while these developments provide cause for hope, each drug or vaccine faces a variety of challenges, ranging from financial incentives for clinical trials to the difficulty of discovering new antimicrobials that pass safety and efficacy tests. A phase 3 clinical trial for M72/AS01E, funded by the Gates Foundation, began this year.

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Topical Gene Therapy FDA-Approved for Severe Skin Disease, Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa

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JUNE 1, 2023

The newest FDA-approved gene therapy treats the severe, skin-peeling condition dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB). The gene treatment has been a long time coming, but it differs from the handful of other approved gene therapies: it isn’t a one-and-done. Primary investigator M.

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DALVANCE® (dalbavancin) Receives FDA Approval to Treat Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections in Pediatric Patients

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JULY 23, 2021

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved DALVANCE® (dalbavancin) for the treatment of acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) in pediatric patients from birth. “This pediatric approval for DALVANCE as a single-dose provides a meaningful contribution to the treatment of children and infants with ABSSSI.”

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First-in-human clinical trial for a vaccine to treat opioid use.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The first patients have been enrolled in a phase 1 randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial to study a therapeutic vaccine for opioid use disorder developed by researchers at the University of Minnesota Medical School.

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Teva and MedinCell Announce FDA Approval of UZEDY™ (risperidone) Extended-Release Injectable Suspension, a Long-Acting Subcutaneous Atypical Antipsychotic Injection, for the Treatment of Schizophrenia in Adults

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APRIL 28, 2023

Teva and MedinCell Announce FDA Approval of UZEDY™ (risperidone) Extended-Release Injectable Suspension, a Long-Acting Subcutaneous Atypical Antipsychotic Injection, for the Treatment of Schizophrenia in Adults Teva Pharmaceuticals, a U.S. affiliate of Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. UZEDY will be available in the U.S.

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Regeneron Announces Encouraging Initial Data from COVID-19 Antibody Cocktail Trial in Hospitalized Patients on Low-flow Oxygen

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DECEMBER 29, 2020

As in earlier outpatient trial, immune status when patients entered the trial was a strong predictor of viral load and clinical outcomes. The primary clinical objective of this initial analysis was to determine if there was sufficient efficacy in these patients to warrant continuing the trial (i.e., futility analysis).

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BioXcel Therapeutics Receives FDA Clearance of IND for Phase 2 Trial with BXCL501 for the Treatment of Agitation Associated with DeliriumFifth potential indication for BXCL501, an orally dissolving thin film

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OCTOBER 25, 2020

The Company plans to initiate a Phase 2 trial within the next several months. “We An exploratory endpoint of this trial will be to determine the overall clinical improvement after drug administration using the Clinical Global Impression – Improvement Scale (“CGI-I”).

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CheckMate -577, a Phase 3 Trial Evaluating Opdivo (nivolumab) as Adjuvant Therapy for Patients with Resected Esophageal or Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Meets Primary Endpoint of Disease-Free Survival

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AUGUST 11, 2020

.–( BUSINESS WIRE )– Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) today announced the Phase 3 CheckMate -577 trial evaluating Opdivo (nivolumab) as an adjuvant therapy for patients with resected esophageal or gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) cancer met its primary endpoint of disease-free survival (DFS) at a pre-specified interim analysis.

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CheckMate -649, a Phase 3 Trial Evaluating Opdivo (nivolumab) Plus Chemotherapy vs. Chemotherapy, Meets Primary Endpoints Demonstrating Superior Overall Survival and Progression-Free Survival in First-Line Treatment of Gastric and Esophageal Cancers

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AUGUST 11, 2020

The safety profiles of Opdivo and chemotherapy in this trial are reflective of the known safety profiles of Opdivo and chemotherapy in first-line gastric and esophageal cancers. The company remains blinded to data from this arm and the trial continues in follow-up to allow the data to mature. PRINCETON, N.J.–(

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Regeneron’s Casirivimab and Imdevimab Antibody Cocktail for COVID-19 is First Combination Therapy to Receive FDA Emergency Use Authorization

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NOVEMBER 20, 2020

The clinical evidence from Regeneron’s outpatient trial suggests that monoclonal antibodies such as casirivimab and imdevimab have the greatest benefit when given early after diagnosis and in patients who have not yet mounted their own immune response or who have high viral load.

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New England Journal of Medicine Publishes Positive Initial Regeneron Antibody Cocktail Results in Non-hospitalized Patients with COVID-19

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DECEMBER 17, 2020

NASDAQ: REGN ) today announced that the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) has published initial clinical data from an ongoing seamless Phase 1/2/3 trial of the antibody cocktail casirivimab and imdevimab in non-hospitalized patients with COVID-19. TARRYTOWN, N.Y. , 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

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FDA Set to Approve Pfizer’s COVID Vaccine

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DECEMBER 11, 2020

Food and Drug Administration is expected to approve emergency use of Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine as early as Saturday after its advisory panel cleared the way for the start of a national campaign to inoculate Americans and stem the spread of COVID-19. Who is first in line? Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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New Data Show Treatment with Lilly’s Neutralizing Antibodies Bamlanivimab (LY-CoV555) and Etesevimab (LY-CoV016) Together Reduced Risk of COVID-19 Hospitalizations and Death by 70 Percent

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JANUARY 26, 2021

“Notably, the 70 percent decrease in risk of hospitalizations or death seen in this Phase 3 trial of bamlanivimab and etesevimab together is consistent with the reduction in risk of hospitalization or ER visits seen with bamlanivimab alone in the Phase 2 trial. It remains under review by the FDA. INDIANAPOLIS, Jan.

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Regeneron Announces U.S. Government Agreement to Purchase Additional COVID-19 Antibody Cocktail Doses

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JANUARY 12, 2021

“Patients in our antibody cocktail outpatient clinical trial experienced significant reductions in virus levels and required fewer medical visits for COVID-19, suggesting the therapy can help reduce the current burden on hospitals and healthcare systems,” said George D. .”

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Regeneron’s REGEN-COV2 is First Antibody Cocktail for COVID-19 to Receive FDA Emergency Use Authorization

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NOVEMBER 21, 2020

The clinical evidence from Regeneron’s outpatient trial suggests that monoclonal antibodies such as REGEN-COV2 have the greatest benefit when given early after diagnosis and in patients who have not yet mounted their own immune response or who have high viral load. Data from these trials will be used to support a future BLA submission.

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FDA Approves Emergency Use of Pfizer’s COVID Vaccine

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DECEMBER 12, 2020

Health care workers and nursing home residents and staff should get the initial shots, according to guidelines issued recently by a U.S. The nursing home industry applauded the approval. The association represents 14,000 nursing homes and assisted living facilities. ” Who is first in line to be vaccinated?

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IMBRUVICA® (ibrutinib) Plus VENCLEXTA®/VENCLYXTO® (venetoclax) Combination Shows Superior Progression-Free Survival Compared to Chlorambucil Plus Obinutuzumab in First-line Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) Phase 3 GLOW Study

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JUNE 18, 2021

The GLOW study is a randomized, open label Phase 3 trial comparing progression-free survival in patients treated with either I+V or C+O as assessed by an Independent Review Committee. IMBRUVICA is the only FDA-approved medicine in WM and cGVHD. Venetoclax is approved in more than 80 countries, including the U.S.

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CAPTIVATE Study Shows an IMBRUVICA® (ibrutinib) Plus VENCLEXTA®/VENCLYXTO® (venetoclax) Chemotherapy-Free Combination Has Potential to Provide Remission After Fixed-Duration Treatment for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

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JUNE 18, 2021

Additionally, there are other ongoing company-sponsored and investigator-initiated trials exploring the potential of ibrutinib and venetoclax in combination for CLL treatment, including the Phase 3 GLOW study. IMBRUVICA is the only FDA-approved medicine in WM and cGVHD. For more information, visit www.IMBRUVICA.com .

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Teeth Whitening 4 You – How to Whiten Your Teeth Easily, Naturally & Forever!

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MAY 16, 2021

Hi, my name is Lucy Bennett, and I’m a former dental nurse. s just a small selection of the most common side effects I saw while working as a dental nurse… SIDE EFFECT #1: PROLONGED TOOTH SENSITIVITY. Lucy Bennett – Former Dental Nurse Creator of Teeth Whitening 4 You?. In fact, here?s t worry, because I?m

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2021 AAN highlight impact and breadth of expanding neuroscience portfolio

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APRIL 8, 2021

New 2-year findings from Part 2 of the Phase II/III FIREFISH trial show longer-term efficacy and safety of EVRYSDI in infants with symptomatic Type 1 SMA treated with EVRYSDI. Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD). Roche will present five sets of data on adults living with NMOSD. Alzheimer’s Disease (AD).

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The BFDs – The Ten Best Prescription Drug/Medical Device Decisions of 2023

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DECEMBER 29, 2023

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DALVANCE® (dalbavancin) Receives FDA Approval to Treat Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections in Pediatric Patients

First-in-human clinical trial for a vaccine to treat opioid use.

Teva and MedinCell Announce FDA Approval of UZEDY™ (risperidone) Extended-Release Injectable Suspension, a Long-Acting Subcutaneous Atypical Antipsychotic Injection, for the Treatment of Schizophrenia in Adults

Regeneron Announces Encouraging Initial Data from COVID-19 Antibody Cocktail Trial in Hospitalized Patients on Low-flow Oxygen

BioXcel Therapeutics Receives FDA Clearance of IND for Phase 2 Trial with BXCL501 for the Treatment of Agitation Associated with DeliriumFifth potential indication for BXCL501, an orally dissolving thin film

CheckMate -577, a Phase 3 Trial Evaluating Opdivo (nivolumab) as Adjuvant Therapy for Patients with Resected Esophageal or Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Meets Primary Endpoint of Disease-Free Survival

CheckMate -649, a Phase 3 Trial Evaluating Opdivo (nivolumab) Plus Chemotherapy vs. Chemotherapy, Meets Primary Endpoints Demonstrating Superior Overall Survival and Progression-Free Survival in First-Line Treatment of Gastric and Esophageal Cancers

Regeneron’s Casirivimab and Imdevimab Antibody Cocktail for COVID-19 is First Combination Therapy to Receive FDA Emergency Use Authorization

New England Journal of Medicine Publishes Positive Initial Regeneron Antibody Cocktail Results in Non-hospitalized Patients with COVID-19

FDA Set to Approve Pfizer’s COVID Vaccine

New Data Show Treatment with Lilly’s Neutralizing Antibodies Bamlanivimab (LY-CoV555) and Etesevimab (LY-CoV016) Together Reduced Risk of COVID-19 Hospitalizations and Death by 70 Percent

Regeneron Announces U.S. Government Agreement to Purchase Additional COVID-19 Antibody Cocktail Doses

Regeneron’s REGEN-COV2 is First Antibody Cocktail for COVID-19 to Receive FDA Emergency Use Authorization

FDA Approves Emergency Use of Pfizer’s COVID Vaccine

IMBRUVICA® (ibrutinib) Plus VENCLEXTA®/VENCLYXTO® (venetoclax) Combination Shows Superior Progression-Free Survival Compared to Chlorambucil Plus Obinutuzumab in First-line Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) Phase 3 GLOW Study

CAPTIVATE Study Shows an IMBRUVICA® (ibrutinib) Plus VENCLEXTA®/VENCLYXTO® (venetoclax) Chemotherapy-Free Combination Has Potential to Provide Remission After Fixed-Duration Treatment for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

Teeth Whitening 4 You – How to Whiten Your Teeth Easily, Naturally & Forever!

2021 AAN highlight impact and breadth of expanding neuroscience portfolio

The BFDs – The Ten Best Prescription Drug/Medical Device Decisions of 2023

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