
AstraZeneca Gets U.S. Approval for Hypertension Drug

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AstraZeneca has received U.S. approval for its hypertension drug, Baxfendy (formerly baxdrostat), which targets aldosterone to lower blood pressure. The company anticipates peak annual sales exceeding $5 billion. This approval enhances AstraZeneca's portfolio in cardiovascular and renal treatments, following the patent expiration of its diabetes drug, Farxiga. The FDA's decision was based on successful late-stage trials showing efficacy in patients with uncontrolled hypertension. AstraZeneca aims to launch 20 new medicines by 2030, targeting $80 billion in revenue.

