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Jasmine Uchi, PharmD

2025 Anticipated Drug Approvals: Key New Treatments to Watch

As we head into 2025, the pharmaceutical landscape is set to welcome some exciting new treatments. Before these therapies reach the market, each undergoes a rigorous FDA approval process designed to ensure safety, efficacy, and quality. For patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals alike, these approvals represent potential shifts in managing complex conditions, from Alzheimer’s to rare cancers. Here are ten anticipated drug approvals that could shape the future of healthcare and provide much-needed options for patients:


Suzetrigine

  • Manufacturer: Vertex Pharmaceuticals

  • Indication: Acute pain management

  • Expected Approval Date: Early 2025

  • What Makes It Noteworthy: Non-opioid pain relief could reduce opioid dependency risks.


Zenocutuzumab

  • Manufacturer: Merus

  • Indication: NRG1 fusion-positive cancers

  • Expected Approval Date: February 2025

  • What Makes It Noteworthy: Gene-targeted therapy for rare cancer mutations.


Bkemv (Eculizumab)

  • Manufacturer: Amgen

  • Indication: Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH)

  • Expected Approval Date: March 2025

  • What Makes It Noteworthy: Affordable biosimilar to Soliris.


Donanemab

  • Manufacturer: Lilly

  • Indication: Alzheimer’s disease

  • Expected Approval Date: Early 2025

  • What Makes It Noteworthy: Targets brain plaques, potentially slowing Alzheimer’s progression.


Tarlatamab

  • Manufacturer: Amgen

  • Indication: Small cell lung cancer

  • Expected Approval Date: Mid-2025

  • What Makes It Noteworthy: Novel antibody-based treatment for hard-to-treat lung cancer.


Mavorixafor

  • Manufacturer: X4 Pharmaceuticals

  • Indication: WHIM syndrome

  • Expected Approval Date: First half of 2025

  • What Makes It Noteworthy: First targeted treatment for this rare immune disorder.


Elafibranor

  • Manufacturer: Genfit

  • Indication: Primary biliary cholangitis

  • Expected Approval Date: Mid-2025

  • What Makes It Noteworthy: Offers relief for chronic liver disease, with fewer side effects.


Imetelstat

  • Manufacturer: Geron Corporation

  • Indication: Myelodysplastic syndromes

  • Expected Approval Date: Second half of 2025

  • What Makes It Noteworthy: New option for blood disorders that can lead to leukemia.


Tirzepatide

  • Manufacturer: Lilly

  • Indication: New indication obstructive sleep apnea

  • Expected Approval Date: Late 2025

  • What Makes It Noteworthy: New approach to sleep apnea, initially developed for diabetes.


Liraglutide

  • Manufacturer: Hims & Hers Health

  • Indication: Type 2 diabetes and weight management

  • Expected Approval Date: Late 2025

  • What Makes It Noteworthy: Affordable alternative to Saxenda for diabetes/weight management.


Looking Ahead: Why These Approvals Matter

The anticipated FDA approvals for 2025 signify a future where treatments are more targeted, accessible, and patient-centered. Yet for many patients, it’s not just about having more options—it’s about trusting what’s in them. Today’s consumers seek greater visibility into their medications, wanting to know that what they’re putting into their bodies aligns with their values.


This growing demand for transparency offers a chance for the pharmaceutical industry to lead with integrity and openness. By partnering with innovators like VeganMed, companies can foster trust and meet the evolving expectations of patients who value clear, honest communication about product ingredients. As these new treatments roll out, embracing transparency isn’t just good practice—it’s a meaningful step toward truly patient-focused care.


Co-authored by Reba Mathew

 

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