Tag: FDA

September 24, 2021
FDA Approves Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine, Booster Shots on the Way

The Pfizer vaccine receives full FDA approval, while a new EUA authorizes booster shots for certain populations.

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August 5, 2021
New Generic Approvals

The FDA approved first-time generics for Xeljanz, two COPD medications, and more.

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July 5, 2021
FDA and CDC: Vaccinated Adults Will Not Need COVID-19 Booster Shots

A joint statement announces that at this time, vaccinated adults are protected from the Delta variant.

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June 6, 2021
FDA Approves First New Weight Loss Drug Since 2014, Issues EUA for COVID-19 Antibody

Wegovy (semaglutide) and sotrovimab will soon be available.

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May 31, 2021
FDA Approves Kloxxado for Opioid Overdose

A new 8 mg naloxone nasal spray will soon be available, which is the largest naloxone dose approved by the FDA to date.

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April 15, 2021
FDA and CDC Recommend Resuming Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine

After reviewing six rare cases of blood clots after 7 million doses, current data indicates the vaccine is safe.

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March 9, 2021
FDA Approves New Acetaminophen Injection Dose

A new 500mg injection will soon be available.

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February 9, 2021
FDA Approves Posimir for Post-Surgical Pain Relief

A novel bupivacaine formulation works as a 72-hour local anesthetic following shoulder surgery.

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February 7, 2021
Xeljanz Could Increase the Risk of Heart Problems and Cancer

New data from a safety trial creates concern surrounding the rheumatoid arthritis drug.

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January 9, 2021
COVID-19 Mutations Impact Testing

False negatives may be reported due to genetic variations of the virus.

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