New Drug Approvals Archive for 2020
See also: New Indications and Dosage Forms for 2020
Ayvakit (avapritinib) Tablets
Date of Approval: January 9, 2020
Company: Blueprint Medicines Corporation
Treatment for: Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Systemic Mastocytosis
Ayvakit (avapritinib) is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor for use in the treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumors, advanced systemic mastocytosis, and indolent systemic mastocytosis.
Valtoco (diazepam) Nasal Spray
Date of Approval: January 10, 2020
Company: Neurelis, Inc.
Treatment for: Epilepsy
Valtoco (diazepam) is an immediate-use benzodiazepine nasal spray for the short-term treatment of seizure clusters in patients with epilepsy.
Numbrino (cocaine hydrochloride) Nasal Solution
Date of Approval: January 10, 2020
Company: Lannett Company, Inc.
Treatment for: Nasal Anesthesia
Numbrino (cocaine hydrochloride) nasal solution is a local anesthetic indicated for the introduction of local anesthesia of the mucous membranes for diagnostic procedures and surgeries on or through the nasal cavities of adults.
Tepezza (teprotumumab-trbw) Injection
Date of Approval: January 21, 2020
Company: Horizon Therapeutics plc
Treatment for: Thyroid Eye Disease
Tepezza (teprotumumab-trbw) is a fully human monoclonal antibody (mAb) and a targeted inhibitor of the insulin-like growth factor 1 receptor (IGF-1R) for the treatment of active thyroid eye disease (TED).
Tazverik (tazemetostat) Tablets
Date of Approval: January 23, 2020
Company: Epizyme, Inc.
Treatment for: Epithelioid Sarcoma; Follicular Lymphoma
Tazverik (tazemetostat) is a methyltransferase inhibitor for the treatment of:
- adults and pediatric patients aged 16 years and older with metastatic or locally advanced epithelioid sarcoma not eligible for complete resection.
- Adult patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma whose tumors are positive for an EZH2 mutation as detected by an FDA-approved test and who have received at least 2 prior systemic therapies.
- Adult patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma who have no satisfactory alternative treatment options.
These indications are approved under accelerated approval based on overall response rate and duration of response. Continued approval for these indications may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in a confirmatory trial(s).
Trijardy XR (empagliflozin, linagliptin and metformin hydrochloride) Extended-Release Tablets
Date of Approval: January 27, 2020
Company: Boehringer Ingelheim and Eli Lilly and Company
Treatment for: Type 2 Diabetes
Trijardy XR (empagliflozin/linagliptin/metformin hydrochloride) is a fixed-dose combination of the sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor empagliflozin (Jardiance), the dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor linagliptin (Tradjenta) and the biguanide metformin hydrochloride indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Monoferric (ferric derisomaltose) Injection
Date of Approval: January 16, 2020
Company: Pharmacosmos Therapeutics Inc.
Treatment for: Iron Deficiency Anemia
Monoferric (ferric derisomaltose) is an intravenous iron replacement product indicated for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia.
Palforzia (Peanut (Arachis hypogaea) Allergen Powder-dnfp) Capsules and Sachets - formerly AR101
Date of Approval: January 31, 2020
Company: Aimmune Therapeutics, Inc.
Treatment for: Peanut Allergy
Palforzia (Peanut (Arachis hypogaea) Allergen Powder-dnfp) is an oral immunotherapy indicated to help reduce the severity of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, that may occur with accidental exposure to peanut.
Audenz (influenza A (H5N1) monovalent vaccine, adjuvanted) Injection
Date of Approval: January 31, 2020
Company: Seqirus
Treatment for: Influenza Prophylaxis
Audenz (influenza A (H5N1) monovalent vaccine, adjuvanted) is a cell-based influenza vaccine designed to protect against influenza A (H5N1) in the event of a pandemic.
Pemfexy (pemetrexed) Injection
Date of Approval: February 8, 2020
Company: Eagle Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Non Small Cell Lung Cancer, Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
Pemfexy (pemetrexed for injection) is a branded alternative to Alimta for the treatment of nonsquamous non-small cell lung cancer and malignant pleural mesothelioma.
Pizensy (lactitol) Powder for Oral Solution
Date of Approval: February 12, 2020
Company: Braintree Laboratories, Inc.
Treatment for: Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
Pizensy (lactitol) is an osmotic laxative indicated for the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) in adults.
Twirla (ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel) Transdermal System
Date of Approval: February 14, 2020
Company: Agile Therapeutics, Inc.
Treatment for: Birth Control
Twirla (ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel transdermal system) is a low-dose combined hormonal contraceptive patch for birth control.
Anjeso (meloxicam) Injection
Date of Approval: February 20, 2020
Company: Baudax Bio, Inc.
Treatment for: Pain
Anjeso (meloxicam) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) injection indicated for use in adults for the management of moderate-to-severe pain, alone or in combination with non-NSAID analgesics.
Nexletol (bempedoic acid) Tablets
Date of Approval: February 21, 2020
Company: Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
Treatment for: High Cholesterol, Familial Heterozygous, Cardiovascular Risk Reduction
Nexletol (bempedoic acid) is an adenosine triphosphate-citrate lyase (ACL) inhibitor used for cardiovascular risk reduction and the treatment of primary hyperlipidemia.
Vyepti (eptinezumab-jjmr) Injection
Date of Approval: February 21, 2020
Company: Lundbeck
Treatment for: Migraine Prevention
Vyepti (eptinezumab-jjmr) is a calcitonin gene-related peptide antagonist indicated for the prevention of migraine in adults.
Fluad Quadrivalent (influenza vaccine, adjuvanted) Injection
Date of Approval: February 21, 2020
Company: Seqirus
Treatment for: Influenza Prophylaxis
Fluad Quadrivalent (influenza vaccine, adjuvanted) is an inactivated influenza virus vaccine approved for the prevention of seasonal influenza in adults 65 years and older.
Nexlizet (bempedoic acid and ezetimibe) Tablets
Date of Approval: February 26, 2020
Company: Esperion Therapeutics
Treatment for: High Cholesterol, Familial Heterozygous
Nexlizet (bempedoic acid and ezetimibe) is an adenosine triphosphate-citrate lyase (ACL) inhibitor and a cholesterol absorption inhibitor combination used for the treatment of primary hyperlipidemia.
Barhemsys (amisulpride) Injection
Date of Approval: February 26, 2020
Company: Acacia Pharma
Treatment for: Nausea/Vomiting, Postoperative
Barhemsys (amisulpride) is a dopamine-2 (D2) antagonist for the management of post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV).
Nurtec ODT (rimegepant) Orally Disintegrating Tablets (ODT)
Date of Approval: February 27, 2020
Company: Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
Treatment for: <a href="https://www.drugs.com/condition/migraine.html">Migraine</a>; <a href="https://www.drugs.com/condition/migraine-prophylaxis.html">Migraine Prophylaxis</a>
Nurtec ODT (rimegepant) is an orally-dosed calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura, and the preventive treatment of episodic migraine, in adults.
Advil Dual Action (ibuprofen and acetaminophen) Tablets
Date of Approval: February 28, 2020
Company: GSK Consumer Healthcare
Treatment for: Pain
Advil Dual Action (ibuprofen with acetaminophen) is an over-the-counter (OTC) fixed-dose combination of ibuprofen (the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) contained in Advil) and acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol) for the relief of pain.
Sarclisa (isatuximab-irfc) Injection
Date of Approval: March 2, 2020
Company: Sanofi
Treatment for: Multiple Myeloma
Sarclisa (isatuximab-irfc) is a CD38-directed cytolytic antibody used for the treatment of multiple myeloma.
Pizensy (lactitol) Powder for Oral Solution
Date of Approval: February 12, 2020
Company: Braintree Laboratories, Inc.
Treatment for: Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
Pizensy (lactitol) is an osmotic laxative indicated for the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) in adults.
Durysta (bimatoprost) Implant
Date of Approval: March 3, 2020
Company: AbbVie Inc.
Treatment for: Glaucoma, Open Angle, Intraocular Hypertension
Durysta (bimatoprost implant) is a prostaglandin analog indicated for the reduction of intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open angle glaucoma (OAG) or ocular hypertension (OHT).
Isturisa (osilodrostat) Tablets
Date of Approval: March 6, 2020
Company: Recordati
Treatment for: Cushing's Syndrome
Isturisa (osilodrostat) is a cortisol synthesis inhibitor indicated for the treatment of endogenous hypercortisolemia in adults with Cushing’s syndrome for whom surgery is not an option or has not been curative.
Zeposia (ozanimod) Capsules
Date of Approval: March 25, 2020
Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
Treatment for: Multiple Sclerosis, Ulcerative Colitis
Zeposia (ozanimod) is a sphingosine 1-phosphate receptor modulator used for the treatment of multiple sclerosis and ulcerative colitis.
Sevenfact (coagulation factor VIIa (recombinant)-jncw) Injection
Date of Approval: April 1, 2020
Company: HEMA Biologics, LLC
Treatment for: Hemophilia A or B with Inhibitors
Sevenfact (coagulation factor VIIa [recombinant]-jncw) is a coagulation factor VIIa concentrate indicated for the treatment and control of bleeding episodes occurring in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older with hemophilia A or B with inhibitors (neutralizing antibodies).
Koselugo (selumetinib) Capsules
Date of Approval: April 10, 2020
Company: AstraZeneca
Treatment for: Neurofibromatosis
Koselugo (selumetinib) is an inhibitor of mitogen-activated protein kinase kinases 1 and 2 (MEK1/2) indicated for the treatment of pediatric patients 2 years of age and older with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who have symptomatic, inoperable plexiform neurofibromas (PN).
Jelmyto (mitomycin) for Pyelocalyceal Solution
Date of Approval: April 15, 2020
Company: UroGen Pharma Ltd.
Treatment for: Urothelial Carcinoma
Jelmyto (mitomycin) is a novel formulation of the approved alkylating drug mitomycin for the treatment of patients with low-grade upper tract urothelial cancer (LG-UTUC).
Tukysa (tucatinib) Tablets
Date of Approval: April 17, 2020
Company: Seattle Genetics, Inc.
Treatment for: Breast Cancer, Colorectal Cancer
Tukysa (tucatinib) is a kinase inhibitor used for the combination treatment of HER2-positive breast cancer and RAS wild-type HER2-positive colorectal cancer.
Pemazyre (pemigatinib) Tablets
Date of Approval: April 17, 2020
Company: Incyte Corporation
Treatment for: Cholangiocarcinoma, Myeloid/Lymphoid Neoplasms
Pemazyre (pemigatinib) is a selective fibroblast growth factor receptor (FGFR) inhibitor for the treatment of adults with cholangiocarcinoma with FGFR2 rearrangement, and myeloid/lymphoid neoplasms with FGFR1 rearrangement.
Emerphed (ephedrine sulfate) Injection
Date of Approval: April 17, 2020
Company: Nexus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Hypotension
Emerphed (ephedrine sulfate) is a ready-to-use formulation of the approved pressor agent ephedrine indicated for the treatment of clinically important hypotension occurring in the setting of anesthesia.
Trodelvy (sacituzumab govitecan-hziy) Injection
Date of Approval: April 22, 2020
Company: Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Treatment for: Breast Cancer
Trodelvy (sacituzumab govitecan-hziy) is a Trop-2-directed antibody and topoisomerase inhibitor conjugate used for the treatment of breast cancer.
MenQuadfi (meningococcal (groups A, C, Y, W) conjugate vaccine) Injection
Date of Approval: April 23, 2020
Company: Sanofi
Treatment for: Meningococcal Disease Prophylaxis
MenQuadfi (meningococcal (groups A, C, Y, W) conjugate vaccine) is a MenACWY vaccine indicated for active immunization for the prevention of invasive meningococcal disease caused by Neisseria meningitidis serogroups A, C, W, and Y in individuals 2 years of age and older.
Ongentys (opicapone) Capsules
Date of Approval: April 24, 2020
Company: Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.
Treatment for: Parkinson's Disease
Ongentys (opicapone) is a catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) inhibitor indicated as an adjunctive treatment to levodopa/carbidopa in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) experiencing “off” episodes.
Bafiertam (monomethyl fumarate) Delayed-Release Capsules
Date of Approval: April 28, 2020
Company: Banner Life Sciences LLC
Treatment for: Multiple Sclerosis
Bafiertam (monomethyl fumarate) is a novel fumarate indicated for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults.
Darzalex Faspro (daratumumab and hyaluronidase-fihj) Injection
Date of Approval: May 1, 2020
Company: The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson
Treatment for: Multiple Myeloma; Light Chain (AL) Amyloidosis
Darzalex Faspro (daratumumab and hyaluronidase-fihj) is a combination of daratumumab, a CD38-directed cytolytic antibody, and hyaluronidase, an endoglycosidase, indicated for the treatment of multiple myeloma and light chain (AL) amyloidosis.
Fensolvi (leuprolide acetate) Injection
Date of Approval: May 1, 2020
Company: Tolmar Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Precocious Puberty
Fensolvi (leuprolide acetate) is a gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist indicated for the treatment of pediatric patients 2 years of age and older with central precocious puberty.
Elyxyb (celecoxib) Oral Solution
Date of Approval: May 5, 2020
Company: Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Limited
Treatment for: Migraine
Elyxyb (celecoxib) is an oral solution formulation of the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug celecoxib (first approved under the brand name Celebrex) indicated for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults.
Tabrecta (capmatinib) Tablets
Date of Approval: May 6, 2020
Company: Novartis
Treatment for: Non Small Cell Lung Cancer
Tabrecta (capmatinib) is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors have a mutation that leads to mesenchymal-epithelial transition (MET) exon 14 skipping as detected by an FDA-approved test.
Retevmo (selpercatinib) Capsules and Tablets
Date of Approval: May 8, 2020
Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Treatment for: Non Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Solid Tumors
Retevmo (selpercatinib) is a kinase inhibitor used for the treatment of certain cancers caused by abnormal RET genes.
Qinlock (ripretinib) Tablets
Date of Approval: May 15, 2020
Company: Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
Qinlock (ripretinib) is a broad-spectrum KIT and PDGFRα inhibitor for the treatment of patients with advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) who have received prior treatment with 3 or more kinase inhibitors, including imatinib.
Kynmobi (apomorphine hydrochloride) Sublingual Film
Date of Approval: May 21, 2020
Company: Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Treatment for: Parkinson's Disease
Kynmobi (apomorphine sublingual film) is a novel formulation of the approved dopamine agonist apomorphine for the on-demand management of OFF episodes associated with Parkinson’s disease (PD).
Phexxi (lactic acid, citric acid and potassium bitartrate) Vaginal Gel - formerly Amphora
Date of Approval: May 22, 2020
Company: Evofem, Inc.
Treatment for: Birth Control
Phexxi (lactic acid, citric acid and potassium bitartrate) is a non-hormonal vaginal gel indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in females of reproductive potential for use as an on-demand method of contraception.
Cerianna (fluoroestradiol F18) Injection
Date of Approval: May 20, 2020
Company: Zionexa USA
Treatment for: Diagnosis and Investigation
Cerianna (fluoroestradiol F18) is a radioactive diagnostic agent indicated for use with positron emission tomography (PET) imaging for the detection of estrogen receptor (ER)-positive lesions as an adjunct to biopsy in patients with recurrent or metastatic breast cancer.
Tauvid (flortaucipir F 18) Injection
Date of Approval: May 28, 2020
Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Treatment for: Diagnosis and Investigation
Tauvid (flortaucipir F 18) is a radioactive diagnostic agent indicated for positron emission tomography (PET) imaging of the brain to estimate the density and distribution of aggregated tau neurofibrillary tangles (NFTs) in adult patients with cognitive impairment who are being evaluated for Alzheimer’s disease (AD).
Zilxi (minocycline) Topical Foam - formerly FMX103
Date of Approval: May 28, 2020
Company: Foamix Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Treatment for: Rosacea
Zilxi (minocycline) is a topical tetracycline formulation indicated for the treatment of inflammatory lesions of rosacea in adults.
Oriahnn (elagolix/estradiol/norethindrone acetate and elagolix) Capsules
Date of Approval: May 29, 2020
Company: AbbVie Inc.
Treatment for: Uterine Leiomyomata
Oriahnn (elagolix/estradiol/norethindrone acetate and elagolix) is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist, estrogen and progestin co-formulation indicated for the management of heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine leiomyomas (fibroids) in premenopausal women.
Nyvepria (pegfilgrastim-apgf) Injection
Date of Approval: June 10, 2020
Company: Pfizer Inc.
Treatment for: Neutropenia Associated with Chemotherapy
Nyvepria (pegfilgrastim-apgf) is a PEGylated growth colony-stimulating factor biosimilar to Neulasta (pegfilgrastim) used to reduce the incidence of febrile neutropenia in patients treated with chemotherapy.
Semglee (insulin glargine-yfgn) Injection
Date of Approval: June 11, 2020
Company: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Treatment for: Diabetes, Type 1, Type 2 Diabetes
Semglee (insulin glargine-yfgn) is a long-acting human insulin analog biosimilar to Lantus (insulin glargine) indicated to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus, and adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Uplizna (inebilizumab-cdon) Injection
Date of Approval: June 11, 2020
Company: Viela Bio
Treatment for: Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder, Immunoglobulin G4-Related Disease
Uplizna (inebilizumab-cdon) is a CD19-directed cytolytic antibody used for the treatment of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder and immunoglobulin G4-related disease.
Lyumjev (insulin lispro-aabc) Injection
Date of Approval: June 15, 2020
Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Treatment for: Diabetes, Type 1, Type 2 Diabetes
Lyumjev (insulin lispro-aabc) is a rapid-acting human insulin analog indicated to improve glycemic control in adult and pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus.
Zepzelca (lurbinectedin) Injection
Date of Approval: June 15, 2020
Company: Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc
Treatment for: Small Cell Lung Cancer
Zepzelca (lurbinectedin) is a selective oncogenic transcription inhibitor indicated for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic small cell lung cancer (SCLC) with disease progression on or after platinum-based chemotherapy.
Gimoti (metoclopramide) Nasal Spray
Date of Approval: June 19, 2020
Company: Evoke Pharma, Inc.
Treatment for: Gastroparesis
Gimoti (metoclopramide) is an intranasal formulation of the approved drug metoclopramide for the relief of symptoms of acute and recurrent diabetic gastroparesis in adults.
Fintepla (fenfluramine) Oral Solution
Date of Approval: June 25, 2020
Company: Zogenix, Inc.
Treatment for: Dravet Syndrome, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
Fintepla (fenfluramine) is an amphetamine derivative indicated for the treatment of seizures associated with Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome in patients 2 years of age and older.
Mycapssa (octreotide) Delayed-Release Capsules
Date of Approval: June 26, 2020
Company: Chiasma, Inc.
Treatment for: Acromegaly
Mycapssa (octreotide) is an oral formulation of the approved somatostatin analog octreotide for the treatment of acromegaly.
Phesgo (pertuzumab, trastuzumab, and hyaluronidase-zzxf) Injection
Date of Approval: June 29, 2020
Company: Genentech
Treatment for: Breast Cancer
Phesgo (pertuzumab, trastuzumab, and hyaluronidase-zzxf) is a combination of two HER2/neu receptor antagonists and the endoglycosidase hyaluronidase indicated for the treatment of early and metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer, as detected by an FDA-approved companion diagnostic test.
Dojolvi (triheptanoin) Oral Liquid
Date of Approval: June 30, 2020
Company: Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
Treatment for: Long-Chain Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders
Dojolvi (triheptanoin) is a medium-chain triglyceride indicated as a source of calories and fatty acids for the treatment of pediatric and adult patients with molecularly confirmed long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders (LC-FAOD).
Byfavo (remimazolam) Injection
Date of Approval: July 2, 2020
Company: Cosmo Pharmaceuticals NV
Treatment for: Sedation
Byfavo (remimazolam) is an ultra-short-acting, intravenous benzodiazepine sedative/anesthetic for the induction and maintenance of procedural sedation in adults.
Rukobia (fostemsavir) Extended-Release Tablets
Date of Approval: July 2, 2020
Company: ViiV Healthcare
Treatment for: HIV Infection
Rukobia (fostemsavir) is a first-in-class, human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) gp120-directed attachment inhibitor indicated for use in combination with other antiretroviral(s) for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in heavily treatment-experienced adults with multidrug-resistant HIV-1 infection.
Qwo (collagenase clostridium histolyticum-aaes) for Injection
Date of Approval: July 6, 2020
Company: Endo International plc
Treatment for: Cellulite
Qwo (collagenase clostridium histolyticum-aaes) is a combination of bacterial collagenases indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe cellulite in the buttocks of adult women.
Inqovi (decitabine and cedazuridine) Tablets
Date of Approval: July 7, 2020
Company: Astex Pharmaceuticals, Taiho Oncology, and Otsuka Pharmaceutical
Treatment for: Myelodysplastic Syndrome
Inqovi (decitabine and cedazuridine) is a nucleoside metabolic inhibitor and cytidine deaminase inhibitor combination indicated for the treatment of adults with intermediate and high-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) including chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML).
Hulio (adalimumab-fkjp) Injection
Date of Approval: July 6, 2020
Company: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Treatment for: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Plaque Psoriasis, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Uveitis
Hulio (adalimumab-fkjp) is a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker biosimilar to Humira indicated for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, plaque psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, and uveitis.
Upneeq (oxymetazoline hydrochloride) Ophthalmic Solution
Date of Approval: July 8, 2020
Company: Osmotica Pharmaceuticals plc
Treatment for: Blepharoptosis
Upneeq (oxymetazoline hydrochloride ophthalmic solution, 0.1%) is a once-daily ophthalmic formulation of the direct-acting alpha-adrenergic receptor agonist oxymetazoline indicated for the treatment of acquired blepharoptosis, or ptosis, a condition characterized by the abnormal drooping of the upper eyelid.
Wynzora (calcipotriene and betamethasone dipropionate) Cream
Date of Approval: July 20, 2020
Company: MC2 Therapeutics
Treatment for: Plaque Psoriasis
Wynzora (calcipotriene and betamethasone dipropionate) is a PAD™ Cream formulation of the vitamin D analog calcipotriene, and the corticosteroid betamethasone dipropionate, indicated for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis in patients 18 years of age and older.
Xywav (calcium, magnesium, potassium, and sodium oxybates) Oral Solution
Date of Approval: July 21, 2020
Company: Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc
Treatment for: Narcolepsy; Idiopathic Hypersomnia
Xywav (calcium, magnesium, potassium, and sodium oxybates) is a low-sodium oxybate product for the treatment of cataplexy and excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) in patients 7 years of age and older with narcolepsy, and for the treatment of idiopathic hypersomnia (IH) in adults.
Breztri Aerosphere (budesonide/glycopyrrolate/formoterol fumarate) Metered Dose Inhalation
Date of Approval: July 23, 2020
Company: AstraZeneca
Treatment for: COPD
Breztri Aerosphere (budesonide/glycopyrrolate/formoterol fumarate) is a fixed dose triple-combination of the inhaled corticosteroid budesonide, the long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) glycopyrrolate, and the long-acting beta2-agonist (LABA) formoterol fumarate, delivered in a pressurized metered-dose inhaler for the maintenance treatment of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Tecartus (brexucabtagene autoleucel) Suspension for Intravenous Infusion - formerly KTE-X19
Date of Approval: July 24, 2020
Company: Kite, a Gilead Company
Treatment for: Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Tecartus (brexucabtagene autoleucel) is a CD19-directed genetically modified autologous T cell immunotherapy for the treatment of mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) and B-cell precursor acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).
Xeglyze (abametapir) Topical Lotion
Date of Approval: July 24, 2020
Company: Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd.
Treatment for: Head Lice
Xeglyze (abametapir) is a pediculicide indicated for the topical treatment of head lice infestation in patients 6 months of age and older.
Monjuvi (tafasitamab-cxix) for Injection
Date of Approval: July 31, 2020
Company: MorphoSys AG
Treatment for: Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma
Monjuvi (tafasitamab-cxix) is a CD19-directed cytolytic antibody indicated in combination with lenalidomide for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL).
Blenrep (belantamab mafodotin-blmf) Injection
Date of Approval: August 5, 2020
Company: GlaxoSmithKline plc
Treatment for: Multiple Myeloma
Blenrep (belantamab mafodotin-blmf) is a B-cell maturation antigen (BCMA)-directed antibody and microtubule inhibitor conjugate indicated for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma.
Lampit (nifurtimox) Tablets
Date of Approval: August 6, 2020
Company: Bayer
Treatment for: Chagas Disease
Lampit (nifurtimox) is a nitrofuran antiprotozoal used for the treatment of Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis) in pediatric patients.
Evrysdi (risdiplam) Powder for Oral Solution and Oral Tablets
Date of Approval: August 7, 2020
Company: Genentech
Treatment for: Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Evrysdi (risdiplam) is a survival of motor neuron 2 (SMN2) splicing modifier indicated for the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) in pediatric and adult patients.
Olinvyk (oliceridine) Injection - formerly Olinvo
Date of Approval: August 7, 2020
Company: Trevena, Inc.
Treatment for: Pain
Olinvyk (oliceridine) is an opioid agonist for the management of moderate to severe acute pain in adults.
Viltepso (viltolarsen) Injection
Date of Approval: August 12, 2020
Company: NS Pharma, Inc.
Treatment for: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Viltepso (viltolarsen) is an antisense oliogonucleotide indicated for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in patients who have a confirmed mutation of the DMD gene that is amenable to exon 53 skipping.
Enspryng (satralizumab-mwge) Injection
Date of Approval: August 14, 2020
Company: Genentech
Treatment for: Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder
Enspryng (satralizumab-mwge) is an interleukin-6 (IL-6) receptor antagonist indicated for the treatment of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) in adult patients who are anti-aquaporin-4 (AQP4) antibody positive.
Kesimpta (ofatumumab) Injection
Date of Approval: August 20, 2020
Company: Novartis
Treatment for: Multiple Sclerosis
Kesimpta (ofatumumab) is a CD20-directed cytolytic antibody indicated for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults.
Cystadrops (cysteamine hydrochloride) Ophthalmic Solution
Date of Approval: August 19, 2020
Company: Recordati Rare Diseases Inc.
Treatment for: Corneal Cystine Crystal Accumulation
Cystadrops (cysteamine hydrochloride) is a cystine-depleting agent indicated for the treatment of corneal cystine crystal deposits in adults and children with cystinosis.
Winlevi (clascoterone) Cream
Date of Approval: August 26, 2020
Company: Cassiopea SpA
Treatment for: Acne
Winlevi (clascoterone) cream is a first-in-class topical androgen receptor inhibitor indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 12 years of age and older.
Sogroya (somapacitan-beco) Injection
Date of Approval: August 28, 2020
Company: Novo Nordisk
Treatment for: Adult Human Growth Hormone Deficiency, Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency
Sogroya (somapacitan-beco) is a human growth hormone analog used for the treatment of people with growth hormone deficiency (GHD).
Xaracoll (bupivacaine hydrochloride) Implant
Date of Approval: August 28, 2020
Company: Innocoll Holdings Limited
Treatment for: Postsurgical Pain Relief Following Open Inguinal Hernia
Xaracoll (bupivacaine hydrochloride) is a fully bioresorbable collagen implant containing the local anesthetic bupivacaine indicated for acute postsurgical pain relief for up to 24 hours in adults following open inguinal hernia repair.
Onureg (azacitidine) Tablets
Date of Approval: September 1, 2020
Company: Bristol Myers Squibb
Treatment for: Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Onureg (azacitidine) is a nucleoside metabolic inhibitor indicated for the continued treatment of adult patients with acute myeloid leukemia.
Gavreto (pralsetinib) Capsules
Date of Approval: September 4, 2020
Company: Genentech, Inc.
Treatment for: Non Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thyroid Cancer
Gavreto (pralsetinib) is an oral selective RET kinase inhibitor used for the treatment of rearranged during transfection (RET) fusion- positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), and RET-mutant medullary thyroid cancer (MTC).
Detectnet (copper Cu 64 dotatate) Injection
Date of Approval: September 3, 2020
Company: RadioMedix Inc.
Treatment for: Positron Emission Tomography Imaging
Detectnet (copper Cu 64 dotatate) is a radioactive diagnostic agent indicated for use with positron emission tomography (PET) for localization of somatostatin receptor positive neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) in adult patients.
Qdolo (tramadol hydrochloride) Oral Solution
Date of Approval: September 1, 2020
Company: Athena Bioscience, LLC
Treatment for: Pain
Qdolo (tramadol hydrochloride) is an opioid agonist indicated in adults for the management of pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and for which alternative treatments are inadequate.
Alkindi Sprinkle (hydrocortisone) Oral Granules
Date of Approval: September 29, 2020
Company: Eton Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Adrenocortical Insufficiency
Alkindi Sprinkle (hydrocortisone granules in capsules for opening) is an immediate-release pediatric formulation of the approved glucocorticoid hydrocortisone for the treatment of adrenocortical insufficiency in infants, children and adolescents.
Inmazeb (atoltivimab, maftivimab, and odesivimab-ebgn) Injection
Date of Approval: October 14, 2020
Company: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Zaire Ebolavirus infection
Inmazeb is (atoltivimab, maftivimab, and odesivimab) is a monoclonal antibody combination indicated for the treatment of Zaire ebolavirus infection in adults and children, including newborns of mothers who have tested positive for the virus.
Veklury (remdesivir) Injection
Date of Approval: October 22, 2020
Company: Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Treatment for: COVID-19
Veklury (remdesivir) is a SARS-CoV-2 nucleotide analog RNA polymerase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of COVID-19.
Eysuvis (loteprednol etabonate) Ophthalmic Suspension
Date of Approval: October 26, 2020
Company: Kala Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Dry Eye Disease
Eysuvis (loteprednol etabonate) is an ophthalmic corticosteroid formulation for the temporary relief of signs and symptoms of dry eye disease.
Bronchitol (mannitol) Inhalation Powder
Date of Approval: October 30, 2020
Company: Chiesi USA, Inc.
Treatment for: Cystic Fibrosis
Bronchitol (mannitol) is an inhaled dry powder formulation of the sugar alcohol mannitol indicated as add-on maintenance therapy to improve pulmonary function in adult patients 18 years of age and older with cystic fibrosis.
Sesquient (fosphenytoin sodium) for Injection
Date of Approval: November 5, 2020
Company: Sedor Pharmaceuticals, LLC
Treatment for: Status Epilepticus
Sesquient (fosphenytoin sodium for injection) is a Captisol-enabled™, room-temperature stable formulation of fosphenytoin sodium indicated for the treatment of status epilepticus in adults and children.
Sutab (sodium sulfate, magnesium sulfate, and potassium chloride) Tablets
Date of Approval: November 10, 2020
Company: Sebela Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Bowel Preparation
Sutab (sodium sulfate, magnesium sulfate, and potassium chloride) is an osmotic laxative in a tablet formulation indicated for cleansing the colon in preparation for colonoscopy in adults.
Zokinvy (lonafarnib) Capsules
Date of Approval: November 20, 2020
Company: Eiger BioPharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Progeria and Progeroid Laminopathies
Zokinvy (lonafarnib) is an oral farnesyltransferase inhibitor (FTI) for the treatment of Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome (HGPS or Progeria) and processing-deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PL).
Oxlumo (lumasiran) Injection
Date of Approval: November 23, 2020
Company: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Primary Hyperoxaluria
Oxlumo (lumasiran) is a HAO1-directed small interfering ribonucleic acid (siRNA) indicated for the treatment of primary hyperoxaluria type 1 (PH1) to lower urinary and plasma oxalate levels in pediatric and adult patients.
Danyelza (naxitamab-gqgk) Injection
Date of Approval: November 25, 2020
Company: Y-mAbs Therapeutics, Inc.
Treatment for: Neuroblastoma
Danyelza (naxitamab-gqgk) is a GD2-binding monoclonal antibody indicated, in combination with granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GMCSF), for the treatment of patients with relapsed or refractory high-risk neuroblastoma.
Imcivree (setmelanotide) Injection
Date of Approval: November 25, 2020
Company: Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight)
Imcivree (setmelanotide) is a melanocortin-4 receptor agonist used for weight management in patients with rare, genetic diseases of obesity.
Ga 68 PSMA-11 () Injection
Date of Approval: December 1, 2020
Company: University of California, San Francisco
Treatment for: Diagnosis and Investigation
Ga 68 PSMA-11 Injection is a radioactive diagnostic agent indicated for positron emission tomography (PET) of prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) positive lesions in men with prostate cancer.
Orladeyo (berotralstat) Capsules
Date of Approval: December 3, 2020
Company: BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Hereditary Angioedema
Orladeyo (berotralstat) is a plasma kallikrein inhibitor indicated for prophylaxis to prevent attacks of hereditary angioedema (HAE) in adults and pediatric patients 12 years and older.
Klisyri (tirbanibulin) Ointment
Date of Approval: December 14, 2020
Company: Almirall
Treatment for: Actinic Keratosis
Klisyri (tirbanibulin) is a first-in-class dual Src Kinase and tubulin polymerization inhibitor for the topical treatment of actinic keratosis on the face or scalp.
Margenza (margetuximab-cmkb) Injection
Date of Approval: December 16, 2020
Company: MacroGenics, Inc.
Treatment for: Breast Cancer
Margenza (margetuximab-cmkb) is a HER2/neu receptor antagonist indicated, in combination with chemotherapy, for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic HER2- positive breast cancer.
Riabni (rituximab-arrx) Injection
Date of Approval: December 17, 2020
Company: Amgen
Treatment for: Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Microscopic Polyangiitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis
Riabni (rituximab-arrx) is a CD20-directed cytolytic antibody biosimilar to Rituxan indicated for the treatment of adult patients with non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL), chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), rheumatoid arthritis, and granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) (Wegener’s Granulomatosis) and microscopic polyangiitis (MPA).
Orgovyx (relugolix) Tablets
Date of Approval: December 18, 2020
Company: Myovant Sciences
Treatment for: Prostate Cancer
Orgovyx (relugolix) is an oral gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist indicated for the treatment of adult patients with advanced prostate cancer.
Ebanga (ansuvimab-zykl) Injection
Date of Approval: December 21, 2020
Company: Ridgeback Biotherapeutics, LP.
Treatment for: Zaire Ebolavirus Infection
Ebanga (ansuvimab-zykl) is a monoclonal antibody for the treatment of Zaire ebolavirus (Ebolavirus) infection in adults and children.
Gemtesa (vibegron) Tablets
Date of Approval: December 23, 2020
Company: Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd.
Treatment for: Overactive Bladder
Gemtesa (vibegron) is a once-daily beta-3 adrenergic agonist for use in the treatment of overactive bladder.
Thyquidity (levothyroxine sodium) Oral Solution
Date of Approval: November 30, 2020
Company: Azurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Thyquidity (levothyroxine sodium) is a liquid dosage form of levothyroxine for the treatment of hypothyroidism.
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