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FDA Rejects Sobi’s Gout Drug Over Manufacturing Issues, Sparing Amgen Blockbuster

July 16, 2026
The FDA has rejected Sobi’s application for its gout treatment, a decision primarily attributed to manufacturing issues. This setback halts Sobi’s efforts to compete with Amgen’s established blockbuster, Krystexxa, which has dominated the market since its launch. This rejection underscores the critical importance of robust manufacturing processes in drug approval, particularly in a highly regulated…

UAE launches first genomics-driven clinical trial to prevent Alzheimer’s disease

July 16, 2026
The United Arab Emirates has initiated its first genomics-driven clinical trial aimed at preventing Alzheimer’s disease, leveraging the Emirati Genome Programme to identify high-risk individuals prior to the onset of symptoms. This groundbreaking effort marks a significant advancement in the region’s healthcare landscape, integrating genetic insights into preventative strategies for one of the most pressing…

Biogen Trims Apellis Pipeline and R&D Team After $5.6bn Takeover

July 16, 2026
Biogen has announced plans to pause or terminate investment in the majority of Apellis Pharmaceuticals’ legacy research programs following its recent $5.6 billion acquisition. This strategic shift includes significant reductions in its research and development workforce, a move that underscores the company’s intent to streamline operations and focus on its core therapeutic areas. The decision…

Brancaster Pharma Limited Issues Class 4 Medicines Defect Notification for Benzylpenicillin Benzathine

July 15, 2026
Brancaster Pharma Limited has issued a Class 4 Medicines Defect Notification concerning its Benzylpenicillin benzathine formulations, specifically the 1.2 Million I.U. and 2.4 Million I.U. powder for suspension for injection. The notification, EL(26)A/30, highlights that the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) included in the affected batches was released with outdated information. This situation raises significant concerns…

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