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Medical Device News Magazine is a comprehensive online resource for professionals in the medical device industry. Our editorial team provides readers with the latest regulatory news and updates from the FDA, as well as insights on product approvals, recalls, and alerts.

FDA Approves Genentech’s TNKase® in Acute Ischemic Stroke in Adults

TNKase is delivered as a single five-second intravenous (IV) bolus, a faster and simpler administration compared to the standard-of-care, Activase, which is administered as an IV bolus followed by a 60-minute infusion. Genentech will also be introducing a new 25 mg vial configuration in the coming months to support the approval of TNKase for AIS.

Co-Diagnostics Announces Intention to Submit Enhanced Version of COVID-19 Test to FDA for 510(k) Clearance

The decision by Co-Diagnostics to withdraw the submission was based on discussions with the FDA regarding the ability to detect a potential deterioration of one component of the test, related to shelf-life stability. Following dialogue with the FDA and exploring the various courses of action available, Co-Dx has determined that the best long-term solution would be to submit a version of the test that has been enhanced to address the matter raised in the 510(k) review process. 

Alphyn Reports: FDA Clears Breakthrough Zabalafin Hydrogel for Atopic Dermatitis Treatment

“Zabalafin Hydrogel is on the cutting edge of an evolution in AD therapeutics to treat directly for the first time all aspects of the disease simultaneously. We believe it will be the compelling therapeutic choice to treat AD, offering excellent patient tolerability for worry free, long-term and continuous use, and comprehensive treatment for itch, inflammation, and managing the bacterial microbiome imbalance on the skin that exacerbates the disease and its flare-ups.”

U.S. FDA Grants Orphan Drug Designation to Ariceum Therapeutics’ Proprietary Radiopharmaceutical Cancer Therapy

Manfred Rüdiger, Chief Executive Officer at Ariceum Therapeutics, said: “Receiving ODD for 225Ac-satoreotide is a recognition of its potential as a treatment option for patients with SCLC and an important regulatory milestone for Ariceum. The FDA’s ODD will support our objective to accelerate the development of 225Ac-satoreotide through human trials to provide a potentially life-saving therapy to patients with limited alternatives.”