XTalks

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

a clinical-stage biotech company focused on developing next-gen injectable and oral nutrient-stimulated hormone (NuSH) analog peptides for the treatment of obesity, overweight and related conditions, has priced its initial public offering (IPO) at $18.00 Despite this, the drug remains under watch for further development.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

This capital will accelerate the companys clinical programs and support its pipeline of investigational drugs aimed at treatments for metabolic diseases like Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS). In the gut, these receptors prompt the release of hormones such as cholecystokinin and GLP-1, which together signal satiety.

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XTalks

OCTOBER 25, 2023

This includes the effect of the drug on moderate-to-severe vasomotor symptoms in subgroups based on hormone therapy history from pooled data from two randomized Phase III studies. Subscribe to the Xtalks Life Science Podcast to never miss a new episode.

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XTalks

JANUARY 29, 2025

Eli Lilly launched a 75-second TV commercial called Change in November 2024 to promote the companys GLP-1 obesity drug Zepbound (tirzepatide). This month, Zepbound won FDA approval for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) , making it the first approved drug for the condition.

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XTalks

MAY 17, 2023

Astellas Pharma recently announced the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of their new medication, Veozah (fezolinetant) for the treatment of moderate to severe hot flashes and night sweats due to menopause. Hormone replacement therapy is thought to be one of the most effective treatments for vasomotor symptoms.

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XTalks

JANUARY 9, 2024

The thyroid plays a critical role in the body by producing hormones that regulate metabolism, heart rate and body temperature among others. Types of Thyroid Conditions There are several different thyroid conditions, with each affecting thyroid hormone production or the gland’s structure, leading to a range of health issues.

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XTalks

MARCH 18, 2025

Hidradenitis suppurativa affecting roughly 1% of the population is a chronic skin condition marked by painful boils and abscesses that can significantly disrupt daily life. As reported by Investors.com , RBC Capital Markets analyst Brian Abrahams stated, The drug did hit on statistical significance and could be a viable entrant.

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XTalks

JANUARY 23, 2024

Among these, rare pediatric diseases present unique challenges and opportunities for rare disease drug development. Pediatric growth hormone deficiency (PGHD) is one such condition, affecting a child’s growth and development.

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XTalks

APRIL 29, 2022

Eli Lilly announced that its obesity drug tirzepatide has scored favorably in a late-stage clinical trial, with results showing that people who took the drug lost an average of 50 pounds, or 21 percent, of their body weight compared to placebo. percent and 22.5 percent, respectively, compared to placebo. percent and 22.5

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XTalks

MARCH 25, 2024

The latest phase of Oprah’s weight loss journey brought her to GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs, which have taken Hollywood and social media by storm. GLP-1 receptor agonists, a class of drugs initially developed to treat type 2 diabetes, have been found to have significant effects on weight loss.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Amgen announced positive results from a Phase II clinical trial evaluating its investigational obesity drug MariTide (maridebart cafraglutide, formerly AMG 133) for the treatment of obesity and overweight in both diabetic and non-diabetic patients. on Tuesday morning, the companys steepest fall in 23 years, according to Bloomberg.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas, allows glucose to enter cells for energy. NovoLog and Novo Nordisks other rapid-acting insulin, Fiasp, is among some of the drugs up for price negotiations under the Inflation Reduction Act , with new pricing set to take effect at the beginning of next year.

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XTalks

MARCH 15, 2023

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warnings about the risk of abuse of amphetamine stimulants like Adderall, stating that use for “prolonged periods of time may lead to drug dependence and must be avoided.” The first generic versions of Strattera were approved in 2017 when the drug went off patent.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Amgen announced positive results from a Phase II clinical trial evaluating its investigational obesity drug MariTide (maridebart cafraglutide, formerly AMG 133) for the treatment of obesity and overweight in both diabetic and non-diabetic patients. on Tuesday morning, the company’s steepest fall in 23 years, according to Bloomberg.

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XTalks

JULY 19, 2024

Compounded GLP-1 medications, created by specialized pharmacies under a special US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allowance due to ongoing shortage, have become increasingly popular for weight loss. The GLP-1 drug market is on its way to becoming one of the most lucrative pharmaceutical markets.

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XTalks

JANUARY 16, 2025

It is a complication of Graves disease, an immune system condition that causes the thyroid gland to make excess amounts of thyroid hormone. Thyroid eye disease affects an estimated 200,000 individuals in the US every year.

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XTalks

JULY 17, 2024

Sweden-based biotech Camurus shared positive Phase III trial data for CAM2029, one of its lead candidates, in patients with the rare hormonal disorder acromegaly. Octreotide is a synthetic analog of somatostatin, a hormone in the body that inhibits the release of several other hormones, including growth hormone (GH), glucagon and insulin.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Known for its innovative approach to GPCR drug discovery, Septerna leveraged its proprietary Native Complex Platform to establish a robust pipeline targeting endocrinology, immunology, inflammation and metabolic diseases. SEP-786, an oral parathyroid hormone 1 receptor (PTH1R) agonist, aims to restore essential mineral balance.

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XTalks

JUNE 5, 2023

Ozempic and Wegovy, which contain the active ingredient semaglutide, were approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Semaglutide acts as a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, mimicking the GLP-1 hormone released in the gastrointestinal tract after eating.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) unveiled positive safety and efficacy data for its oral anemia drug daprodustat from five pivotal trials for the drug last week. The drug was evaluated for the treatment of both dialysis and non-dialysis patients with anemia stemming from chronic kidney disease (CKD). percent for daprodustat and 10.5

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pharmaphorum

JUNE 8, 2022

Zilebesiran (formerly ALN-AGT) is one of a new breed of gene-silencing drugs that are intended to treat common, chronic diseases with infrequent dosing to boost compliance with treatment. The post MHRA gives Alnylam ‘innovation passport’ for hypertension drug zilebesiran appeared first on.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Lutathera is used to treat adults and children aged 12 years and older with gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (GEP-NETs) that are positive for the hormone receptor somatostatin, including GEP-NETs in the foregut, midgut and hindgut. Nevertheless, Novartis still believes the drug is on track to achieving blockbuster status.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Eli Lilly is finding itself in an enviable position with its newly launched diabetes injection Mounjaro (tirzepatide) and blockbuster diabetes med Trulicity due to temporary shortages of competitor Novo Nordisk’s diabetes drug Ozempic (semaglutide). Lilly is also looking to pitch Mounjaro as an obesity drug and directly take on Novo’s Wegovy.

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XTalks

MARCH 13, 2024

Related: Transforming Eye Care: Innovating New Glaucoma and Dry Eye Disease Treatments — Featuring Pierre Simon, VP Marketing, Sight Sciences – Xtalks Life Science Podcast Ep. One example is Glaukos’ iDose TR , an intracameral implant designed to provide continuous drug therapy inside the eye for up to three years.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Surrogate endpoints were used as the basis for approval of 45 percent of new drugs reviewed by the FDA between 2010 and 2012. For example, studies of heart attack prevention medications use the surrogate endpoint of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) to assess the effectiveness of new drugs. What Is a Surrogate Endpoint?

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XTalks

JULY 26, 2024

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given the green light to Femlyv , a combination oral contraceptive containing norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol. Norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol are legacy drugs that have been approved since 1968 in a swallowable tablet form for the prevention of pregnancy.

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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). Erythropoietin is a hormone that is produced by the kidneys and signals the body to make red blood cells.

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XTalks

MARCH 28, 2024

Causes and Risk Factors for Endometriosis As the exact cause of endometriosis remains unclear, many potential causes are being proposed, including retrograde menstruation (where menstrual blood flows back into the pelvic cavity instead of leaving the body), immune system disorders and hormonal imbalances.

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XTalks

MARCH 6, 2023

Some of the higher-value approved products include contraceptives, such as hormonal vaginal rings and birth control pills. Dr. Reddy’s will also gain Mayne’s generic arrhythmia medication amiodarone, one of the most commonly used drugs for this indication.

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JANUARY 23, 2024

Presently, over 80 peptide-based drugs are available in the market for myriad of disorders and diseases. The growing popularity of peptide-based drugs can be attributed to its high specificity, minimal drug-drug interactions, affinity, proven pharmacological value and favorable safety profiles.

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XTalks

MARCH 8, 2024

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval to two of Sandoz’s biosimilars to Amgen’s blockbuster bone drugs Prolia (denosumab) and Xgeva (denosumab). Risk factors include aging, hormonal changes, low body weight, low calcium intake and use of certain medications.

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XTalks

MAY 10, 2023

The exact cause of lupus is not entirely understood, but it is thought to be from a combination of genetic, environmental and hormonal factors. GSK’s Benlysta (belimumab) is a monoclonal antibody that was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2011 for the treatment of SLE.

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XTalks

AUGUST 22, 2024

Hypoparathyroidism arises when the parathyroid glands fail to produce enough parathyroid hormone (PTH) or when the PTH produced is ineffective. The company plans to introduce the drug in the US by early 2025. As a prodrug of PTH, it’s designed to release PTH continuously over a 24-hour period with a single daily injection.

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XTalks

MAY 23, 2024

For example, pediatric growth hormone deficiency (PGHD) affects approximately one in 3,500 to one in 10,000 children. Existing therapeutic options for PGHD consist of injectable formulations of recombinant human growth hormone (rhGH), administered subcutaneously either on a daily or weekly basis.

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XTalks

OCTOBER 11, 2023

While the link between GLP-1 inhibitors and gastrointestinal side effects has been known for diabetics taking the drugs, this is the first study that was conducted among non-diabetics taking them for weight loss. Rybelsus is Novo’s third semaglutide product on the market, a tablet form of the drug used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

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XTalks

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Recognized with Fast Track designation from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), fasedienol could become a much-needed treatment option for the 30 million Americans affected by SAD. If successful, this trial could pave the way for a New Drug Application (NDA) submission.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

In addition to the vaccine, the company is also developing an investigational drug called Remygen for the regeneration of endogenous insulin production and to improve hormonal response to hypoglycemia; trials to test the treatment are currently ongoing in patients that have been living with type 1 diabetes for more than five years.

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