FDA Approves Priority Review of Merck's Zolinza (Vorinostat)
WHITEHOUSE STATION, New JerseyFDA has granted priority review status to Merck's New Drug Application for Zolinza (vorinostat, also known as suberoylanilide hydroxamic acid or SAHA) for the treatment of advanced cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL). A pivotal phase IIb trial showed activity in CTCL patients who had failed a median of three previous therapies. Zolinza is potentially the first in a new class of therapies, the histone deacetylase inhibitors.
Highlighting Insights From the Marginal Zone Lymphoma Workshop
Clinicians outline the significance of the MZL Workshop, where a gathering of international experts in the field discussed updates in the disease state.