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Fennec launches PEDMARK in US for cisplatin-induced hearing loss in pediatric patients
FENNEC PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
- PEDMARK is the first and only FDA-approved therapy to reduce cisplatin-induced ototoxicity in pediatric patients aged 1 month+ with localized solid tumors.
- Launch follows FDA approval in September 2022; based on Phase 3 trials COG ACCL0431 and SIOPEL 6.
- Annual estimated 10,000+ US/European children receive platinum chemo; ~60% may develop permanent hearing loss without PEDMARK.
- Fennec HEARS program launched to provide patient financial support, access coordinators, and prescription drug assistance.
- EMA is currently evaluating Marketing Authorization Application for PEDMARQSI (sodium thiosulfate) in Europe.