New Drug Approvals Archive

New Drug Approvals: January 2007

January 12
Olux-E (clobetasol propionate) Foam

Date of Approval: January 12, 2007

Company: Stiefel Laboratories, Inc.

Treatment for Psoriasis, Eczema

Olux-E is a topical steroid formulated in VersaFoam emulsion foam drug delivery vehicle indicated for the treatment of psoriasis and eczema in patients 12 years of age or older.

Olux-E Stiefel Laboratories, Inc. - Treatment for Psoriasis and Eczema
 
January 16
Lialda (mesalamine) Delayed Release Tablets

Date of Approval: January 16, 2007

Company: Shire plc

Treatment for Ulcerative Colitis

Lialda is a once-daily oral formulation of mesalamine indicated for the induction of remission in patients with active, mild to moderate ulcerative colitis.

Lialda Shire plc - Treatment for Ulcerative Colitis
 
January 30
Yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) Tablets

Company: Berlex, Inc.

Treatment for Acne

FDA Approves New Indication for Yaz to Treat Acne
 
January 30
Vidaza (azacitidine)

New Dosage Form Approved: January 26, 2007

Pharmion Corporation Announces FDA Approval of Vidaza NDA Supplement for IV Administration
 
January 31
Flector (diclofenac epolamine) Topical Patch

Date of Approval: January 31, 2007

Company: Institut Biochimique SA

Treatment for Pain

Flector is a transdermal patch formulation of the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug diclofenac, indicated for the topical treatment of acute pain due to minor strains, sprains, and contusions.

Flector Approved - Institut Biochimique SA - Treatment for acute pain due to minor strains, sprains, and contusions.
 

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