Zepzelca (lurbinectedin) is a chemotherapy medicine that damages the DNA of cancer cells by disrupting their protein function and ability to repair DNA.This action makes it difficult for cancer cells to grow, survive, and spread.Atezolizumab… Read more
Linzess (linaclotide) is a prescription medicine that helps ease constipation caused by irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-C).It works by drawing more fluid into your intestines, which makes it easier for stool to pass.The FDA has now… Read more
Blenrep (belantamab mafodotin-blmf) is a type of cancer medicine called an antibody-drug conjugate.It works by finding and attaching to a protein called B-cell maturation antigen (BCMA), which is found on multiple myeloma cells.Once inside the… Read more
Keytruda Qlex is a new form of pembrolizumab, a cancer-fighting lab-made antibody that helps your immune system find and attack cancer cells.Unlike the original 30-minute intravenous (IV) drip, the Keytruda Qlex shot is a quick… Read more
Revuforj (revumenib) is an oral medicine approved for treating a type of cancer called acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that affects your bone marrow and blood. In 2024, Revuforj became the first approved medicine for treating… Read more
What Is Besremi, and Why Does It Matter? Besremi (ropeginterferon alfa-2b) is now FDA-approved to treat adults with a rare blood disorder called essential thrombocythemia. Before this approval, this medicine was already available for adults… Read more
What Is Mimrylo and How Does It Work? The FDA approved Mimrylo (rusfertide) to treat adults with polycythemia vera who have high red blood cell counts. Polycythemia vera is a rare blood cancer that causes… Read more
What Is Mounjaro and Why Does It Matter? The FDA has expanded the use of Mounjaro (tirzepatide). It is now approved to lower the risk of major heart problems, including heart attacks, strokes, and death… Read more
What Is Bixlenvo and Why Does It Matter? The FDA has approved Bixlenvo for adults with HIV-1. It is meant for adults whose virus is already under control with their current HIV treatment. This means… Read more
What Is Lisraya and How Does It Work? The FDA has approved Lisraya (brepocitinib) to treat adults with dermatomyositis, a rare autoimmune disease. It causes the body’s immune system to attack its own muscles and… Read more