FDA approves new treatment for erosive esophagitis

FDA approves new treatment for erosive esophagitis

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved vonoprazan tablets 10 mg and 20 mg (Voquezna, Phathom Pharmaceuticals) for the cure and maintenance of healing of all grades of erosive esophagitis, also known as erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), as well as relief from associated heartburn, the company announced.… Continue Reading FDA approves new treatment for erosive esophagitis

FDA approves Vonoprazan to treat erosive esophagitis

FDA approves Vonoprazan to treat erosive esophagitis

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Phathom Pharmaceuticals’ vonoprazan (Voquenza) on November 1, 2023 for the treatment of adults with erosive esophagitis (erosive GERD), a gastroesophageal reflux disease. The drug is expected to be commercially available by December 2023. The drug’s approval marks a critical moment for more… Continue Reading FDA approves Vonoprazan to treat erosive esophagitis