FDA approves Merck's oral PCSK9 inhibitor Lipfendra for high-cholesterol patients.
The FDA approved Merck's daily pill Lipfendra on Thursday, the first oral medication that blocks the PCSK9 liver protein to reduce LDL cholesterol. Clinical trials showed LDL reductions of 55-60% in high-risk patients already taking statins. The drug offers an alternative to existing injectable PCSK9 inhibitors from Amgen and others.
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Lipfendra will cost $315 for a 30-day supply.
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