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The FDA made several approvals this week, including converting Tivdak’s accelerated approval to full approval for cervical cancer and approvals for a high-concentration formulation of Cyltezo, Xolremdi for an ultra rare immune disorder and Libervant Film for epilepsy in young children.

FDA Updates for Week of April 29, 2024: Full Approval for Tivdak

Peter Wehrwein has been the lead editor of Managed Healthcare Executive since February 2020.

Health plans that use Optum Rx as their pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) will be allowed to tier their coverage of GLP-1s and still receive rebates under an agreement the PBM has reached with the manufacturers, says the PBM president.

GLP-1 Tiering Agreement Reached, Says Optum Rx President

The University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging recently conducted the survey focusing on the concerns of adults aged 50 and above regarding various health-related issues in their communities.

 Older Adults' Concerns Highlight Healthcare Cost and Access Challenges

At 12 months, the rate of IBD-related surgeries for the monitored group was 1% versus 7% for the control group.

Infliximab Monitoring Lowers Rate of IBD Surgeries in Real-World Study

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Dr. Feret is clinical assistant professor, University of Rhode Island college of Pharmacy, Kingston, RI.

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