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Catalyst launches AGAMREE (vamorolone) in US for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
CATALYST PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
- AGAMREE (vamorolone) oral suspension 40 mg/mL now commercially available by prescription for DMD patients aged 2+.
- FDA approved Oct 26, 2023; launch follows approval with nationwide specialty pharmacy network.
- Pivotal Phase 2b VISION-DMD study showed comparable efficacy with reduced bone health and growth side effects vs. standard corticosteroids.
- Catalyst Pathways patient support program provides one-on-one education and financial assistance for eligible patients.
- DMD affects ~11,000–13,000 US patients; ~70% currently on corticosteroid therapy.