US FDA approves Vertex Pharma's triple combo cystic fibrosis treatment

Reuters
2024.12.20 21:00
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The U.S. FDA has approved Vertex Pharmaceuticals' new triple combination treatment for cystic fibrosis, branded Alyftrek, for patients aged 6 and older. This approval enhances Vertex's position in the cystic fibrosis market, where it has already made significant advancements with its previous drug, Trikafta. Cystic fibrosis affects around 40,000 individuals in the U.S., leading to severe respiratory issues. The company has not yet disclosed pricing or availability details for Alyftrek.