Agency recommends an anchor-based approach to statistical analyses of drug effects on core signs and symptoms.
The US Food and Drug Administration’s growing interest in core clinical outcome assessments is reflected in a revision of a 2015 draft guidance on developing drugs for gastroparesis.
The new draft guidance makes changes to the 2015 document to “reflect FDA’s current thinking about developing clinical outcome assessment...
US FDA critics have long decried the practice of using informal communications to convey regulatory expectations as podium policy. In the Makary era, the phrase may need to be updated because the agency now seems to be specializing in policy by podcast.
While treatments for scleroderma are in development, none are approved for the condition that is associated with high morbidity and mortality. The European Medicines Agency says guidance on how to design development programs for the disorder is needed.
The FDA will use electronic health records to “get eyes” on drugs immediately after approval, Commissioner Martin Makary told the DIA 2025 Global Annual Meeting. He also wants to reduce development time with better communication and new approval pathways.
The group had been laid off as part of the 1 April reduction-in-force, which led to missed guidance publication deadlines.
US FDA critics have long decried the practice of using informal communications to convey regulatory expectations as podium policy. In the Makary era, the phrase may need to be updated because the agency now seems to be specializing in policy by podcast.
While treatments for scleroderma are in development, none are approved for the condition that is associated with high morbidity and mortality. The European Medicines Agency says guidance on how to design development programs for the disorder is needed.
As Chief Medical and Scientific Officer, Vinay Prasad will advise the FDA Commissioner on cross-cutting issues, provide strategic leadership and be a public face of the agency.
