FDA Approves 1st Non-Opioid Pain Medicine in 20 Years

FDA approves first new non-opioid pain pill in 20 years—how it works
The FDA has approved Journavx, a new non-opioid pain medication designed to reduce addiction and overdose risks.
US drug regulator approves first new type of pain pill in more than 20 years
The drug offered more relief than a placebo in clinical trials, though it does not appear more effective than other pain medicines. View on euronews
FDA approves first new non-opioid pain pill in decades
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Journavx, a new pain reliever without the risks of addiction or overdose linked to drugs like Vicodin and OxyContin.
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A new opioid-free pain medication was approved by the FDA on Thursday, marking a non-addictive alternative for patients. Doctors share what patients should know about the drug.
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The FDA's approval of the non-addictive painkiller Journavx last week marked a milestone in the field of pain management. Why it matters: Millions of Americans with acute and chronic pain are prescribed opioids,
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) created a major media stir last week when it announced the approval of suzetrigine (brand name Journavx), a unique new non-opioid, non-addictive drug for the treatment of moderate to severe acute pain.
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