FDA issued EUAs for Dectomax and CLiK Extra against New World screwworm. Dectomax is for prevention/treatment in dairy cattle, swine, horses, sheep, deer. CLiK Extra prevents myiasis in livestock, camelids, wildlife.
The FDA launched two pilots to boost domestic manufacturing: PreCheck selected seven companies for earlier engagement, and a CVM pilot prioritizes animal drug applications with US-made ingredients.
The FDA has expanded animal drug options for New World screwworm through conditional approvals and emergency use authorizations. The agency lists products for cattle, dogs and cats and says its guidance page will be updated as more drugs move through the system.
Loyal's LOY-002, a daily pill for senior dogs, has cleared two of three FDA requirements for conditional approval. If approved, it would be the first drug for lifespan extension in any species, potentially reaching vets in late 2026.
The World Health Organization published blueprints for urgently needed antibiotics targeting drug-resistant infections, while CARB-X awarded $1.2 million for novel antibiotic research and the FDA issued guidance on antibiotic duration limits in livestock.
